Purchasing Agent/Buyer

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa • Clearwater, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

You will be the key liaison between Sun Wholesale Supply operations and our supplier partners. The job involves monitoring inventory levels and working directly with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods. You will be instrumental in achieving cost savings through negotiations and contract implementation, manage supplier relationships and ensure that suppliers are delivering on key performance indicators. This is a critical role that requires a strong sense of urgency, great communications skills, and the desire to make a measurable and immediate impact on the business. If you are a self-starter who loves to learn and take on new challenges, please apply now for immediate consideration. On a daily basis our Purchasing Agent/Buyer: Evaluate and interpret purchasing signals based on a weekly inventory report. Issue purchase orders to approved suppliers to obtain materials, at lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and other requirements. Analyze quotations, select suppliers, enter purchase orders, and schedule deliveries. Negotiate pricing and terms. Follow up on orders to expedite shipment and delivery. Verify deliveries match the assigned purchase order and report any variances to the supplier. Resolve quality and delivery issues. Develop strong and productive relationships with suppliers. Understand products purchased to explain key benefits and features. Analyze and present data and provide recommendations based on key variables.

Requirements

• 3 years or more of supply chain experience
• Experience with JD Edwards/AS400 desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Impeccable attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and interpret purchasing signals based on a weekly inventory report.
• Issue purchase orders to approved suppliers to obtain materials, at lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and other requirements.
• Analyze quotations, select suppliers, enter purchase orders, and schedule deliveries.
• Negotiate pricing and terms.
• Follow up on orders to expedite shipment and delivery.
• Verify deliveries match the assigned purchase order and report any variances to the supplier.
• Resolve quality and delivery issues.
• Develop strong and productive relationships with suppliers.
• Understand products purchased to explain key benefits and features.
• Analyze and present data and provide recommendations based on key variables.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs
• 401 (k) with generous company match
• Eligible for Paid Time Off and 8 paid holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Excellent career advancement and training opportunities to support your career growth
• Employee Discounts and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed