Buyer - Distribution | West Bolyston, MA

Bunzl Distribution NA • West Boylston, MA

2d • $65,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer for Bunzl Distribution is responsible for strategically restocking New England regional warehouses and executing purchasing activity organized by category, market, region, vendor, or customer. The role aligns, modifies, and carries out the procurement process from demand through final disposition and often serves as Bunzl’s primary representative to suppliers. The Buyer works with domestic and import vendors and uses AS400 and Blue Yonder systems for inventory tracking. This is a Monday–Friday day-shift position based in Bunzl’s West Boylston, Massachusetts office.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Analytical skills and ability to use Microsoft Excel to support decisions and communicate key performance trends.
• Understand basic negotiation principles and be able to pursue a predefined result.
• Ability to respond to multiple needs and priorities through open, professional communication.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and/or basic ordering principles.
• Knowledge of AS400 or Blue Yonder.
• Experience in at least one of the following: demand planning, purchasing, freight, or warehousing.
• Experience with email such as Outlook and other Microsoft Office products, such as Word and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two or more years of purchasing experience.
• International or import buying experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and inventory control across multiple warehouses, and ensure efficient use of warehouse space.
• Communicate with global manufacturers and suppliers about orders, inventory, and delivery timelines.
• Support supply through product selection, development, and sourcing.
• Monitor supplier pricing, terms, and KPIs.
• Collaborate with peers and internal stakeholders, including purchasing, operations, warehouse, finance, and sales.
• Meet KPIs and objectives in alignment with plans defined by local leadership. Metrics may include buyer productivity, category-management or demand-plan adherence, inventory balance and aging, vendor service levels and On Time and In Full performance, and identification of one-time PBIT improvement opportunities.
• Negotiate with supplier contacts on price, availability, lead time, and freight challenges.
• Remain open to learning, be coachable, and volunteer to test new approaches.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective the first day of the month after 30 days.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, holiday, and personal time.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Salary range of $65,000–$85,000 based on education, experience, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED