Purchasing Agent - Network Rebalance

FERGUSON•Newport News, VA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. We are currently seeking to fill an immediate need for a Purchasing Agent! As a Purchasing Agent, you will provide support to our regional and market distribution centers and our Blended branches by purchasing products to ensure inventory service level goals are met. If you have excellent customer service skills, strong critical thinking skills and experience juggling multiple requests while still meeting urgent deadlines, this is a great opportunity to grow with an industry leader. This position is a Hybrid role based out of our Newport News, VA location, in accordance with the Ferguson Flex schedule; 3 days office / 2 days remote. Please see below requirements for more information on hybrid work possibilities.

Requirements

Strong computer proficiency including use of Microsoft applications and navigating multiple software systems, required
Intermediate proficiency with Excel, such as use of v-lookups, concatenate and pivot tables, a plus
Strong interpersonal & customer service skills and a team-centric mentality
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and multitasking skills needed, including the ability to juggle multiple, urgent requests
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
Hybrid candidates are expected to be in office 3 days per week.
Hybrid candidates must have high speed internet connection.
Future in-office requirements are TBD and are subject to change.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience, preferred
Prior knowledge of construction industry products, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or appliances
Prior purchasing or buying experience, especially supporting a region or multiple stores, a huge plus
Experience with Oracle, SAP, Logility or similar purchasing software, a plus

Responsibilities

Process daily emergency and surplus transfers to ensure inventory accuracy and timely fulfillment.
Execute manual transfers as requested by the Buying Team.
Review and action daily reports identifying non-stock orders that should be redirected to another distribution center versus ordered directly from the vendor.
Complete daily distribution center transfer audits to maintain data integrity and operational accuracy.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to resolve transfer-related inquiries and issues in a timely manner.
Process additional ad-hoc tasks related to transfers as needed.
Provide guidance, training, and support to less experienced team members.
Adhere to all established safety policies and standards, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.
Deliver high levels of customer service, partnering with internal customers to support business needs and operational efficiency.