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
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
- 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/competencies
- Strong 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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