Procurement Specialist

REXEL•Santa Clara, CA

7h•$72,384 - $82,384

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing and improving in-stock fill rates for assigned Branches and Customer Solution Centers by monitoring inventory levels and adjusting replenishment settings for assigned vendors and the regional distribution network and/or branches. The role reviews, adjusts, and executes daily recommended replenishment orders, expedites open purchase orders, and manages vendor issues involving cost, quantity, and defective products.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional purchasing or buying experience in the electrical distribution industry.
High school diploma or GED.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Effective communication skills with peers and Branch/DC personnel.
Solid mathematical skills.
Ability to negotiate competitive stock material acquisition costs.
Ability to work with Branch/DC personnel and supplier representatives to identify potential new stocking items.
Attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to prioritize and organize.

Nice To Haves

Four-year bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Procure and replenish stock for assigned Branches, Customer Solution Centers, and/or supplier lines.
Review critical items below minimum levels, allocations, and stockouts daily for assigned Branches and Customer Solution Centers.
Address and process stock backorders and stock requests submitted through the system.
Meet or exceed defined item availability service levels for assigned locations and supplier lines.
Meet or exceed defined inventory turns for assigned locations and supplier lines.
Work with the system planner to ensure replenishment system data is accurate, including lead times, forecasting, standard packages, and buy multiples.
Assist Branches and Customer Solution Centers with special and promotional buys to enhance or protect margins and maintain acceptable inventory levels.
Work with Branch and Customer Solution Center associates to support stock sales growth for responsible lines and branches.
Assist Branch and Customer Solution Center operations with non-conformity receipt issues.
Assist with supplier review processes and workflow request submissions.
Support project and direct buys to maximize gross margin potential through supplier leverage techniques.
Assist with system cost maintenance issues through the Vendor Pricing team for assigned branches and supplier lines.
Assist with negotiating supplier returns to reduce excess or dead stock.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Paid company holidays and flexible personal days.
Tuition reimbursement.
Health and wellness programs.
Flexible spending accounts.
Health savings accounts.
Commuter transit benefits.
Optional insurance, including pet insurance, legal assistance, critical illness, and home and auto insurance.
Employee discount programs.
Professional training and development programs.
Career advancement opportunities.