Buyer

Reliable Safety and Flow Corporation•Farmers Branch, TX

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Buyer is to price, quote, and purchase any required materials for the installation of fire protection systems that are currently not produced by the Company. The position analyzes cost, quality, and delivery to ensure competitive performance that is consistent with the organization’s policies and standards.

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding customer service and negotiation skills
Excellent time management and organization ability
Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
Works systematically and logically to resolve problems
Solid understanding of common business practices relating to purchasing, pricing, terms, shipment, taxes and payment for products and services
Working knowledge of the terminology of the fire protection industry
Familiar with markets and commodities/component types related to fire protection systems
Strong technical knowledge of company products
Proficient in Microsoft Office, DRP, Elite, Dynamics 365
High School Diploma
2 + years in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Logistics, and/or Related Field

Nice To Haves

Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high quality communication flows smoothly

Responsibilities

Receives quote requests from Customer Service Representatives in an assigned territory for required materials
Analyzes quotes and negotiates prices and terms with suppliers to obtain competitive sources with respect to cost, quality, delivery and service
Updates weekly meetings with order and quote totals from the previous week
Follows up on orders placed with vendors
Analyzes and reviews stock orders for proper quantities prior to placement
Procures tracking on all stock orders and drop shipments placed
Assists in maintaining inventory accuracy by removing C-items and obtaining RMA’s
Maintains weekly quote logs on all inquiries and reports the breakdown
Analyzes and reviews the SAC102 report before placing all stock orders with vendors
Reports all discrepancies and/or issues to the vendors in a timely manner and follows up as needed
Reviews weekly backorder reports from vendors and expedites shipping to the warehouse
Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
Performs other duties as directed