Procurement/Commodities Specialist

REXEL•Fall River, MA

1d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing and improving Branch/Customer Solution Center in-stock fill rates by monitoring inventory levels and adjusting replenishment settings for its assigned vendors and regional distribution network and/or branches. The Procurement Specialist reviews, adjusts and executes daily recommended replenishment orders. The role is also responsible for expediting open POs and managing cost, quantity and defective issues with vendors.

Requirements

2+ years of professional purchasing/buying experience in the Electrical Distribution Industry
High School or GED - Required
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office products
Effective communication skills with peers and Branch/DC personnel
Solid mathematical skills
Ability to negotiate competitive stock material acquisition cost
Ability to work with Branch/DC personnel and supplier representatives to identify new potential stocking items
Attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Ability to prioritize and organize

Nice To Haves

4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

Responsibilities

Stock procurement/replenishment for assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers and/or assigned supplier lines
Daily review of critical items below minimum, allocations, or stock outs for all assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers
Address and process stock backorders and stock requests submitted via the system
Meet or exceed defined item availability service level for all assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers and/or assigned supplier lines
Meet or exceed defined inventory turns for all assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers and/or assigned supplier lines
Work with system planner to ensure accuracy of replenishment system data i.e. (lead-time, forecasting, standard package and buy multiplies)
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers on special buys i.e. (promo buys) in an effort to enhance and/or protect margins and maintain acceptable inventory levels
Work with Branch/ Customer Solution Centers associates to perpetuate stock sales growth for all responsible lines/branches
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers operations with non-conformity receipt issues
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers with supplier review process/workflow request submission
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers on project/direct buys in an effort to maximize gross margin potential through applied supplier leverage techniques
Assist with any system cost maintenance issues through “Vendor Pricing” team for assigned branches and/or assigned supplier lines
Assist with negotiations of supplier returns to reduce excess/dead stock
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401K with Employer Match
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
Tuition Reimbursement
Health & Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
HSA Accounts
Commuter Transit Benefits
Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
Employee Discount Programs
Professional Training & Development Programs
Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within