Senior Buyer

Core & Main • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for purchasing key materials, parts, supplies and equipment following established purchasing policies and procedures, and optimizing price, delivery and terms. Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable
• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline.
• Generally 5-8 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas
• OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in related field.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves purchase requisitions.
• Identifies potential suppliers and issues requests for quotations.
• Analyzes and selects suppliers, issues purchase orders; follows up and expedites as necessary.
• Develops, evaluates and manages supplier relationships to accomplish material cost, availability, and inventory goals.
• Investigates and qualifies suppliers.
• Tracks trends in industry, with key competitors, noted high performing companies and the worldwide economy, understanding their impact on and relevance to the business.
• Supports production/new production introduction activity by serving as a member and/or materials resource on product development teams.
• Conducts analysis and correction of price discrepancies utilizing accounting business partnerships.
• Leverages management input to ensure target levels are achieved to maximize profit margins.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior