Product Buyer for Discrete Product Group - Fort Worth, United States - TTI TTI, Inc.

Description

** Product Buyer for Discrete Product Group**

**Job Category****:** Purchasing & Asset Management **Requisition Number****:** PRODU02314 Showing 1 location **Job Details**

**Description**

TTI, Inc. is searching for a Product Buyer to join our team in Northwest Fort Worth.

The Product Buyer will be responsible for maintaining inventory within company goals and for minimizing stock-outs of A& B items. Our Product Buyer is also accountable for maintaining the integrity of system information; resolving accounting, receiving and customer rejected concerns; ensuring on-time delivery to customers from suppliers; and supporting sales to increase business. In addition, the Product Buyer will provide support to the Product Manager in all areas of Product Management and may provide back-up support in the absence of the Product Manager. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, multi-tasker, and have the ability to think outside the box.

*Headquartered in Fort Worth, TX, TTI, Inc. is the worlds leading authorized distributor of passive, connector, electromechanical and discrete components. Just celebrating its 50th anniversary, this Berkshire Hathaway company is ever growing and has over 100 locations in North America, Europe, and Asia Join a winning team in a growing global organization*

**What our Product Buyer will do:**

Maintains inventory within company goals and minimizes stock-outs of A & B items by effectively reviewing system generated daily purchasing report and applying independent judgment and decision making. Considers a variety of purchasing related decision factors, including but not limited to, lead time, mover code, pricing, customer requirements and sales history to modify or approve purchase orders.

Maintains system integrity by ensuring that TTI systems/databases reflect accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date product-related information (i.e. descriptions, increment quantity, minimum order quantities, correct costs, delivery information, etc). Also, works closely with Product Operations or Product Manager to review and approve new part number set-ups and sequence legends.

Processes and resolves accounting, receiving and customer rejected concerns in an expeditious manner by researching the issue, determining appropriate resolution and by providing disposition for nonconforming product to the appropriate parties.

Ensures on-time delivery to customers from suppliers in a pro-active manner by contacting suppliers to expedite deliveries as needed.

Effectively supports Product Manager by providing assistance in all areas of Product Management as requested, including but not limited to, reviewing daily booking registers to obtain ship and debit authorizations, reviewing MRP/Bond reports and by processing inventory rotations per schedule. Position may provide back-up support in the absence of the Product Manager.

Effectively supports sales to increase business by providing assistance as requested, including but not limited to; processing hot buys, recommending substitutions, and pulling in orders.

Expands personal product knowledge to effectively support sales and to ensure personal growth opportunities.

**What we look for in a Product Buyer:**

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School or General Education Degree (GED) required. Associates Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience preferred.

One to three years of applicable work experience (i.e. working in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment requiring ongoing problem solving/analytical skills) required.

Direct applicable experience (e.g. replenishment buyer/specialist, inventory specialist, re-stock buyer, wholesale/retail buyer) strongly preferred.

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

Exhibits the analytical and problem-solving ability necessary to make effective buying decisions.

Ability to work in a fast paced, high transaction environment with strong organizational, attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.

Solid ability to perform basic math calculations including but not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages.

Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.

Exhibits strong interpersonal/teamwork skills in order to develop effective relationships with individuals and groups inside and outside the TTI organization.

Exhibits a strong customer service orientation with a strong sense of urgency to responding to internal customer needs.

Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and Explorer) at the basic level.

Knowledge of electronic components a plus.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To perform the position, you must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

**What we offer our team members:**

A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/ Dental/ Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, Healthcare Savings Accounts

Educational Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

Ongoing training throughout your employment with opportunities to participate in professional and personal development programs

A strong focus on giving back to our communities through philanthropic opportunities

Great culture and opportunities for growth and advancement.

*TTI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, veterans status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.*

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**Education**

**Required**

GED or better.

High School or better.

**Preferred**

Associates or better.

**Experience**

**Required**

**1-3 years:** One to three years of applicable work experience (i.e. working in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment requiring ongoing problem solving/analytical skills) required.

**Licenses & Certifications**

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)