Buyer

• Procures products from a predefined list of suppliers
• Reviews inventory recommendations as well as product needed to fill customer orders
• Reviews inventory parameters regularly and makes appropriate changes
• Updates committed stock requirements, requests new items be set-up, reviews overstock and makes vendor returns
• Keeps up-to-date with the manufacturers they are assigned to be aware of current pricing, quotes, new products, promotions, etc
• Resolves shipping discrepancies and invoice mismatches as required
• Develops and maintains a strong working relationship with all suppliers and the manufacturer reps of assigned lines
• Provides global services in support of the purchasing department as a whole, business unit (department) and branch as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Typically requires a high school diploma or GED
• Personable, well organized, detail-oriented and thorough
• Strong math skills
• Ability to function well within a team and yet be self-motivated required
• Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Fast and accurate computer related skills

Knowledge of industrial supplies is a plus

options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay