Buyer Mobile Hydraulics (Industrial Distribution)
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Job Location:
Savage, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
SunSource and its family of companies represent 200 locations and 3000 employees making up one of North Americas leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power Fluid Process Fluid Conveyance General Industrial Components and Industrial Service & Repair.
Join a growing team that powers industry through innovation!
Were seeking a Buyer to join our Mobile Fluid Power business unit in Savage this role youll play a key part in our procurement and inventory control operations helping to keep materials flowing smoothly to our customers while learning the ins and outs of supply chain management in an industrial distribution environment.
Essential Functions:
- Support the execution of procurement processes to maximize on-time delivery and maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Maintain inventory master data and warehouse records in our Trend system.
- Communicate effectively with suppliers and manage the supply chain process in line with SunSource Best Practices.
- Process supplier returns and credits for defective obsolete or excess materials.
- Collaborate with your team to proactively manage excess and obsolete inventory.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between SunSource and our suppliers.
- Schedule and organize cadence and escalation meetings as needed.
- Participate in ongoing training and development (both guided and self-paced) to strengthen your procurement expertise.
Experience Education and Skills
- High School Diploma required; Associate degree or higher preferred
- 1 year of experience in procurement inventory control or a similar role
- Experience in industrial distribution or manufacturing preferred
- Familiarity with hydraulic fluid power or off-highway mobile equipment components a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel and Outlook
- Eagerness to learn complex processes and grow within a dynamic team environment
Work Environment
- Primarily a seated office-based role (more than 50% of the workday)
- Occasional walking and standing required
- Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary
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About Company
As one of North America's leading distributors for mobile and industrial applications, our solutions-based approach supports OEM & MRO customers with their needs in fluid power, fluid process, fluid conveyance, industrial supplies, and service & repair capabilities.
