Purchaser/Buyer

Established industrial distribution company is seeking an experienced Buyer to support customer orders, inventory needs, and supplier relationships. This position will handle purchasing, vendor communication, purchase orders, pricing, inventory levels, and order follow-up in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Source products, materials, and services from qualified suppliers

·        Request and compare vendor quotes, pricing, lead times, and freight costs

·        Create and manage purchase orders and vendor acknowledgments

·        Monitor open orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery

·        Maintain appropriate inventory levels and help reduce shortages or excess stock

·        Resolve pricing, quantity, shipping, damaged material, and invoice discrepancies

·        Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records within the ERP system

·        Work closely with sales, warehouse, accounting, quality, and management

Requirements:

·        2+ years of purchasing, procurement, inventory, or industrial distribution experience preferred

·        Experience purchasing industrial supplies, fasteners, hardware, or manufactured components is a plus

·        Experience with ERP systems; Oracle or NetSuite preferred

·        Knowledge of purchase orders, vendor quotes, lead times, freight, and supplier negotiations

·        Strong Excel, Outlook, organizational, and communication skills

·        Able to work accurately and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred