Job Description
Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!
For more information about our benefits, see below!
Overview
The Buyer is responsible for planning branch inventory and coordinating cost-effective replenishment within a region. This includes managing system forecasts through analysis and communication with sales and operations, monitoring vendor ETAs, and maintaining accurate PO pricing while resolving discrepancies. The role also involves controlling the ABCD stocking strategy and utilizing reports to manage open orders, optimize buy/transfer decisions, and assess forecast accuracy.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Buyer is responsible for actioning the driven forecast, which requires the decision-making authority to collaborate with sales and operations to adjust forecasts based on anticipated changes in demand.
- Make buy and transfer decisions based on specific cost, economic, and net working capital goals.
- Manage branch-level inventory to maintain pre-determined days on hand.
- Create, track, and manage purchase orders (POs) using the company ERP system.
- Place internal transfer order requests.
- Monitor and maintain all open POs and transfers. Follow through to completion and communicate status with stakeholders.
- Advise business leaders, using analysis of financial forecasting to influence and guide organizational purchasing decisions.
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate with internal teams to prevent shortages or delays.
- Assist the purchasing manager with inventory and pricing discrepancies.
- Assist with special projects as needed.
Required Experience
2-4 years of accounting and/or purchasing experience and/or training; or equivalent combinationof education and experience.
- Comfortable speaking with and presenting to individuals and small groups
- Proficient Computer Skills: Microsoft, Google Suite, and ERP system operation
- Strong negotiation, numerical, and communication skills.
Formal Education, Qualifications or Training
- Associates Degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field, or equivalent job experience
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
Compensation
Range $58,500 - $76,000 / annually
While starting pay falls within the given range, it can vary based on factors like geographic location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may also be affected by overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment (where applicable).
Why Choose Target Specialty Products?
A career with Target Specialty Products can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.
Below you'll find information about some of what Target Specialty Products has to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.
Professional and Personal Growth
- Multiple avenues to grow your career
- Training and development programs available
- Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
- Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
- Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
Savings and Retirement
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
- Vacation days & sick days
- Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
- A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility
We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.Is that you?
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