Buyer

LOGISNEXT AMERICAS INC•Walker, MI

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for procuring inventory stocked at both our Grand Rapids and Indianapolis warehouse locations. Primary responsibilities include procuring inventory from multiple warehouses, approving system recommendations for inventory replenishment, analyzing data across multiple ERP systems (SAP, CloudeSuite (CSD), AS400) for accuracy and completeness, and analyzing, regulating, and expediting inventory using various SQL reporting tools. The candidate will play an integral role in ensuring we deliver the highest-quality goods and services at the lowest cost while building strong relationships with our supply chain partners.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree
Strong mathematical skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word)
Exemplary communication skills, which include the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with the worldwide supply base
Ability to manage multiple tasks and have discerning attention to details
Keeps a customer focus when developing ideas/solutions
Self-motivated and disciplined

Nice To Haves

Experience with Inventory Control Systems or ERP systems is a plus
Experience with MS SQL beneficial

Responsibilities

Timely follow-up on PO confirmation and input of the current product due date.
Filling backorders in a quick, cost-effective, and efficient manner.
Analyzing, regulating, and expediting inventory utilizing various reports, finding solutions to increase customer satisfaction
Work closely with Accounts Payable, the Receiving warehouse, and Reverse Supply Chain on invoice/receipt discrepancies
Procurement of inventory stocked in multiple warehouses
Approving system recommendations for inventory replenishment
Analyzing data within multiple ERP systems (SAP, CloudeSuite (CSD), Power BI, AS400) for accuracy and completeness
Performing impact analysis of cost changes and recommendations.
Ensuring we deliver the highest-quality goods and services at the lowest cost while building strong relationships within our supply chain.
Being vocal when recurring trends or issues with the vendor base.
Maintaining vendor item and vendor contact data integrity within our ERP.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
Profit Sharing Opportunities
Flexible Spending and HSA Accounts
401k with automatic company contribution and company match
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life, Dependent Life, and AD&D Insurance
Paid Parental Leave (Includes 6-8 weeks of maternity leave and 5 days of paternity leave)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
On-the-job training and development