Sourcing Specialist- Nursery

SiteOne Landscape Supply•Mahwah, NJ

12d•$73,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a key member of the site sales and management team, the Sourcing Specialist supports sales through maintaining proper inventory levels and driving the bid and quote process for the market. They also assist with expediting the order process to meet the seasonal demands of site replenishment. As the primary liaison between the corporate sourcing group and the market, this position identifies product needs, ensures on-time deliveries of incoming products, and accurately monitors order status between suppliers and the market. What you'll do: Drive bids and quotes, product identification, and costing. Source, negotiate and secure products that are part of the local buy. Support market pricing functions. Create purchase orders for SiteOne sales and service centers and ensure data accuracy. Coordinate and schedule all direct shipments for market. Ensure center inventory objectives are met and help maintain an "in stock position" with key product lines. Maintain proactive involvement with key accounts in support of sales function. Support other key functions of site operations as necessary. This position is hybrid- partially remote, partially in branch. Must reside within commuting distance to one of our full concept branches in the area. BR638 (Mahwah, NJ) BR639 (Branchburg, NJ) BR642 (Lawrenceville, NJ) BR643 (Aston, PA) BR646 (Oaks, PA

Requirements

Must reside in Eastern PA or NJ to be considered for this position
5-7 years of green industry experience, preferably in sales or sales support, and familiarity with landscape, nursery, and irrigation products also preferred.
3-5 years of purchasing experience preferred
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Solid analytical and organizational skills; ability to work under stressful seasonal demands.
Assertive "hands on" approach with the ability to communicate and problem solve with vendors and internal clients.
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
High school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Degree in Horticulture or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

Drive bids and quotes, product identification, and costing.
Source, negotiate and secure products that are part of the local buy.
Support market pricing functions.
Create purchase orders for SiteOne sales and service centers and ensure data accuracy.
Coordinate and schedule all direct shipments for market.
Ensure center inventory objectives are met and help maintain an "in stock position" with key product lines.
Maintain proactive involvement with key accounts in support of sales function.
Support other key functions of site operations as necessary.