Purchaser

HD Fowler Company•Spokane Valley, WA

1d•$30 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

HD Fowler Company is seeking a full-time Purchaser to manage procurement and inventory for assigned product lines. The role focuses on maintaining vendor relationships, coordinating with inventory stakeholders, and applying inventory management practices to support high fulfillment levels while minimizing costs. The preferred locations are Spokane, WA, or Vancouver, WA; candidates at the Boise, ID, Olympia, WA, or Bellingham, WA branch locations may also be considered. The Purchaser manages multiple product lines and vendor groups, follows a regular buying schedule, and places purchase orders to meet customer demand. The role includes analyzing historical demand, establishing stocking levels, reviewing reports for pricing and inventory issues, monitoring market conditions, learning product and seasonal demand patterns, and addressing inventory at risk of loss. HD Fowler is a distributor of water and wastewater solutions. The company describes its culture as encouraging initiative, customer service, learning, and contribution, with opportunities for growth and internal promotion. The company is an equal opportunity employer and states that job offers are contingent on drug screening.

Requirements

Understanding of purchasing, inventory control, vendor negotiation, and general procurement skills through prior experience or formal education.
Demonstrated experience using technological tools and programs to apply data analytics to decisions and evaluate options.
Ability to build trust and accountability and develop positive relationships with a diverse group.
Ability to balance task work with strategic and influential process work, using time management and attention to detail.
Curiosity, interest in new challenges, eagerness to learn, and ability to solve problems.
Accessible and approachable communication style that supports collaborative problem-solving with stakeholders.
Timely, professional, organized, and effective written and oral communication.
Ability to work overtime when necessary or required.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, data analytics, or a similar field.
APICS, CPSM, or similar certification.
Familiarity with Purchaser menus in Acumatica and StockIQ.

Responsibilities

Manage a purchasing line that includes several product lines, vendor groups, and vendors.
Follow a regular buying schedule and generate purchase orders to meet customer demand.
Analyze historical demand to determine appropriate stocking levels.
Set stocking levels and communicate with vendors to maintain appropriate supplies while meeting customer needs and minimizing spending.
Develop effective vendor relationships and resolve vendor problems rapidly.
Analyze reports to identify pricing errors, stocking issues, overstock, safety stock levels, and other inconsistencies or errors.
Learn about existing and new products within assigned lines to support forecasting and understanding of seasonal demand.
Monitor market conditions that influence margins and leverage them toward favorable outcomes.
Resolve inventory risks, including excess inventory, unwanted non-stocks, dead inventory, and aging date-sensitive products.

Benefits

Eight paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Flexible spending programs for health and dependent care.
Company-paid $100,000 group life and AD&D insurance.
Paid time off starting at 120 hours per year, plus 10 hours at 90 days.
Discretionary bonuses and retirement profit sharing.
Traditional 401(k) and Roth plans with up to a 5% company match.
Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month.
Safety boots and work pants reimbursement up to $550 per year, based on position.
Access to a variety of training and skills programs.
Safe and engaging work environment.