Responsibilities of the Buyer include, but are not limited to:
- Run replenishment routines, plan and order stocked items through our proprietary inventory management and procurement system.
- Possess the ability to source industrial products with strong knowledge of mechanical, industrial and manufacturing parts/products.
- Familiarize yourself in driving the spend through DXP's tier one vendor base using our "Drive the Spend" guidance.
- Manage stocked items to targeted inventory levels, and line fill rates. Monitor the accuracy of planning data and recommend reorder point modifications as appropriate based on usage patterns.
- Inventory and warehouse management.
- Source non-stock requirements and meet customer required delivery dates.
- Assist in resolution of supplier issues. Work with all functions in resolution of billing discrepancies, shipment accuracy, and adherence to expected supplier performance.
- Monitor quality and delivery performance of suppliers.
- Complete and Monitor reports including inventory, procurement, and supplier performance metrics. Develop and execute action plans for substandard performance.
- Respond to customer concerns to ensure parts availability.
- Expedite orders to ensure required delivery dates are met.
- Participate in Special Projects as directed, to include process improvement teams.
- Picking orders to customer demands and verification of order accuracy
- Accurate accounting of inventory and resolution of discrepancies
- Receiving shipments, accurately verifying transactions and stocking inventory in correct locations
- Follow appropriate safety procedures
- Cycle count as systemically generated by our proprietary warehouse/distribution management system
- Record transaction data as appropriate in our proprietary warehouse/distribution management system
- Maintain a clean and neat work environment in your area of responsibility
- Any other activity directed by the Site Manager
Qualifications of the Buyer include, but are not limited to:
- 2 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing or industrial distribution environment
- Knowledge of standard purchasing practices and procedures
- Knowledge of nomenclatures for industrial parts
- Use of supplier catalogs and on-line researching
- Purchase Order management and EDI transmittal
- Knowledge specific to the customer engagement, i.e. heavy demand for Cutting Tools or engagement specifically Bearings and PT to have that type of background
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, managers, employees and suppliers.
- Proficiency with SAP as well as personal computers including Microsoft Office Suite, P21 experiences a plus.
Additional Information:
Physical Demand: Ability to lift up to 20lbs.
Working Conditions: Office Environment
Training/Certifications: N/A
Shift Time/Overtime: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Travel: N/A
Education: Equivalent experience in Supply Chain Services or Bachelor s degree preferred