Director of Purchasing

On the heels of achieving 3X growth
, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding
. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.

-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company
, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Number of Openings
: 2

Location
:
Onsite – Virginia Transformer manufacturing facilities

Reports To
: VP Supply Chain

Virginia Transformer is hiring two senior Purchasing leaders to strengthen and scale our supply chain organization during a period of sustained growth. These roles require deep, hands‑on experience in supply chain purchasing within complex, engineered manufacturing environments. This is not a stretch or promotional role— we are seeking proven leaders with the judgment, technical knowledge, and supplier acumen to immediately own purchasing strategy, execution, and results.

The Director (or Senior Manager) of Purchasing will be responsible for end‑to‑end purchasing leadership across assigned commodities or business units, with accountability for cost, supplier performance, inventory health, and cross‑functional alignment with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality.

• Lead strategic and tactical purchasing activities across assigned commodities and suppliers.
• Own sourcing strategy, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives including PPV, value engineering, and supplier consolidation.
• Ensure supply continuity for long‑lead, engineered, and critical components.
• Build and maintain a high‑performing, qualified supplier base (domestic and international).
• Establish and monitor supplier KPIs including on‑time delivery, quality, cost, and responsiveness.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and corrective action plans.
• Partner with Quality and Engineering on supplier audits, FAIs, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Planning and Operations to balance inventory levels, lead times, and service requirements.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to capacity, material shortages, and geopolitical factors.
• Support demand variability in a low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing environment.

• Work closely with Engineering on BOM accuracy, design changes, and make vs. buy decisions.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Operations to align purchasing strategies with production needs.
• Support Sales, Project Management, and Program teams on customer‑driven requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Buyers and Purchasing Managers as assigned.
• Establish standard work, purchasing processes, and best practices across the organization.
• Drive accountability, rigor, and execution discipline within the purchasing function.

• Leverage ERP systems and purchasing data to drive informed decision‑making.
• Improve purchasing…