- Process purchase requests for materials, supplies, services, and equipment. Appropriately approve or deny these purchase requests.
- Determine company needs through the utilization of inventory tracking databases, conversations with department leadership, and other means.
- Source and review supplier bids. Consider supplier price, product availability, quality, and delivery options when evaluating bids. Appropriately award bids to suppliers that best fit the company's needs.
- Adhere to purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of products and services ordered and received.
- Arrange for the appropriate transportation and storage of products.
- Work closely with the finance function to ensure that vendors are paid appropriately according to purchase orders.
- When necessary, facilitate the return of products and ensure proper credit refund processing.
- Follow control, cost reduction, and risk management strategies.
- Establish and maintain positive work relationships with suppliers and external partners. Resolve issues with suppliers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Collaborate with supply chain staff to ensure inventory levels are kept at appropriate levels and that the inventory management system is kept current and accurate.
- Draft inventory and ordering reports to inform management of the status of buying operations.
- Other reasonable directives, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
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Buyer - Cullman, United States - Southeast LBM Holdco LLC
Description
:The Buyer negotiates, selects, and purchases Lumber, Panels, Building Materials, Hardlines, and Millwork materials necessary for company operations.
This position processes purchase orders and requests, reviews confirmations, negotiates with suppliers, manages pricing, and works to ensure the timely receipt of materials purchased.
Manage existing relationships and explore and negotiate new vendor/manufacturer relationships/programs. The Buyer establishes and maintains a positive work relationship with company employees and suppliers to facilitate smooth company operations.Requirements:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
A Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
Three (3) years of experience in material planning, inventory management, and purchasing is required.
Experience with lean techniques and the building materials industry is preferred.
Experience with Bistrack ERP preferred
Professional certifications or designations, such as APICS, CPIM, or CPM, are helpful.
Basic knowledge and understanding of industry best practices, risk assessment techniques, standards, and all applicable laws and regulations regarding material sourcing and purchasing are required.
SKILLS/competenciesStrong ability to function in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful work environment.
A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Advanced proficiency with Bistrack, Office Suite, vendor management, purchasing, and other related software.
Outstanding ability to plan strategically.
Strong business and financial acumen.
Well-developed project and time management skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Continuous sitting and tasks involving repetitive motions using wrists, hands, and fingers are required for periods of 6–8+ hours at a time.
Occasional walking or standing is required.Occasional carrying of weights ranging from 0 to 25 pounds may be required.
This job operates in an office environment.
Travel may be required.
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