Buyer

Action Industries manufacturer and distributer of garage door parts is seeking an energetic detail-oriented Buyer.

Our purpose is simple: We Keep Doors Moving.

Our team lives the J.U.I.C.E. values: Jacked Uplifting Innovative Customer-Focused and Energetic.

Summary:

As a Buyer you will be responsible for assisting with the procurement process including contract management contract negotiation and preparation of purchase orders. You will also be responsible for ensuring that our commitments to customers are met.

Responsibilities:

Perform purchasing process according to commodity methods assigned (visual tools SAP Etc); maintain inventory levels.

Place confirm and track orders follow-up on late orders

Obtain quotes for purchase of non-standard items.

Managing and maintaining contracts with vendors

Update and maintain supplier data in SAP

Administer contracts control costs and ensure on-time delivery in accordance with program requirements

Negotiating and drafting contract terms and conditions

Ensuring compliance with all related laws and regulations

Analyzing and evaluating supplier performance

Managing daily monthly and quarterly reports

Developing and maintaining supplier relationships

Coordinating with other departments

Create and execute Purchase Orders

Manage quality design and payment to vendors

Monitor special promotions to assure appropriate inventory levels.

Monitor customer specific stock items to look for changes in purchasing patterns. Follow up with the procurement team and sales with data.

Process accounts payable reconciling invoices with purchase order.

Identify inventory discrepancies and communicate with appropriate personnel.

Prepare various daily weekly and monthly reports.

Be mindful of landed costs and utilize department policies by actively controlling freight costs by our strategic plan.

Assist with market analysis to determine supplier sources and product availability; keep abreast of market fluctuations and advise appropriate staff.

Work as a team to review stock levels history vendor performance and discuss and recommend changes to the procurement team.

Work as a cross functional team to emulate the Core Values within our daily work.

Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

3-5 years of experience in buyer or procurement role

Supply Chain degree preferred or a few years of experience in lieu of a degree

Core Competencies:

• Organizational skills; ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Build positive collaborative relationships
• Communicate clearly and professionally

Requirements:

• Basic understanding of inventory control.
• Interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships both internally and externally.
• Analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate with vendors
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite of products including Outlook Teams Word and Excel
• Experience with an ERP system (SAP preferred)
• Proactive attitude towards work teamwork and cooperation