Buyer II

TESTEQUITY LLC • Worcester Township, PA

37d

About The Position

The Buyer II is responsible for purchasing materials to maintain inventory levels across multiple company locations. The role places properly reviewed purchase orders, reviews stocking levels and ordering controls, and manages vendor lead times. The Buyer II evaluates inventory levels, maximizes inventory turns and completion rates, supports supplier and supply-chain relationships, and provides customer service to internal customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business.
• At least 4 years of relevant Buyer II experience related to the role's skills and industry.
• At least 3 years of experience delivering financial results.
• Experience with Microsoft BI, or willingness to work with it for reporting, and ability to review ERP ordering controls, update pricing, and correct product units of measure as needed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully, consistent with applicable ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with applicable standards.
• Ability to travel occasionally throughout the year.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; TestEquity does not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of distribution and channel management.
• Experience in a production supply and distribution business.
• ISM certification.
• CSCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Review usage and demand across all locations.
• Review incoming requisitions for complete specifications.
• Place and confirm orders.
• Maintain timely and accurate database information for purchase orders, inventory variables such as lead times, and invoices.
• Contact vendors about product or service information, including price, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Communicate purchase order status to appropriate departments.
• Coordinate and communicate changes in delivery dates and pricing.
• Mitigate current and future risks associated with commodities and other needed products.
• Resolve transaction discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Document cost savings, inventory turns, and surplus levels.
• Communicate marketplace trends to internal customers.
• Take indirect responsibility for product quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level