Field Buyer I General Admin

Builders FirstSource • Vidalia, LA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, this role procures assigned products, materials, and services to meet market, location, inventory plan, and networking capital objectives. The Field Buyer I troubleshoots procurement issues, expedites orders to meet production and customer needs, and manages allocation and replenishment processes using inventory planning tools. Maintaining strong vendor, supplier, and location relationships is key to this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• One (1) year purchasing experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of material management and procurement function
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate general understanding of inventory planning tools, ERP purchase to pay requirements, supply chain inventory planning concepts, inventory rebalancing to meet company inventory plans, and net working capital objectives
• Skill in establishing and maintain effective working relationships
• Good negotiating skills
• Ability to compose effective and efficient accounting reports
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP System, and inventory planning tools

Responsibilities

• Purchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors and suppliers to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery time.
• Assists in the evaluation of goods and services by analyzing competitor pricing strategies, researching trends and tracking orders.
• Ensures all products are received in condition consistent with original request or bid and resolves issues concerning materials and/or services at the department and vendor level.
• Coordinates returns and/or replacement of products and generates appropriate paperwork for inventory tracking and accounting purposes.
• Addresses customer service concerns from suppliers, field operations, and cross-functional departments.
• Assists operations with sourcing specialty items, freight/carrier information, order status, and timely processing of orders.
• Maintains department files including those pertaining to vendors, bids, quotes, and other correspondence.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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