Buyer

Company: GS Operating LLC
Location: Irving
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionCompany Overview Gexpro Services is a world-class Supply Chain Services outsource provider, specializing in developing and managing production inventory management programs. Our managed inventory programs are designed to support manufacturing OEM's with their engineered production material specifications, fulfillment, and quality requirements. Our expertise is in a broad offering of engineered commodities, coupled with our program management capabilities and established global supply chain network, uniquely position Gexpro Services to deliver rapid improvements in fulfillment, transaction and material costs productivity, and process and product quality. That's why we're looking for someone like you - a fresh thinking, innovator, and groundbreaker. Retention BonusGexpro Services is offering a retention bonus up to $1,000 paid in two increments following 90 and 180 days of employment.Benefits Gexpro Services offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, an employee assistance program, health wellness programs, pet insurance and more! Eligible employees are able to contribute to our 401(k) immediately with a competitive match. Lastly, we offer several paid holidays and paid time off that includes personal, sick and vacation time. Summary

• Stock procurement/replenishment for assigned branches and/or assigned supplier lines.
• Daily review of critical items below minimum, allocations or stock outs for all responsible branches.
• Address and process customer backorders and stock requests submitted via the system.
• Meet or exceed defined item availability service level for assigned branches and/or assigned supplier lines.
• Meet or exceed defined inventory turns for assigned branches and/or assigned supplier lines.
• Ensure accuracy of replenishment system data i.e. (lead-time, forecasting, standard package and buy multiplies).
• Assist branches on special buys i.e. (promo buys) in an effort to enhance and/or protect margins and maintain acceptable inventory levels.
• Work with branch associates to perpetuate stock sales growth for all responsible lines/branches.
• Assist branches with non-conformity receipt issues.
• Assist supplier base with NPI process (New Product Introduction).
• Assist branches with supplier review process.
• Assist branches on project/direct buys in an effort to maximize gross margin potential through applied supplier leverage techniques.
• "Ownership" of system replacement cost maintenance for assigned branches and/or assigned supplier lines not managed by MFMO.
• Assist Purchasing Planner with negotiations of supplier returns.
• Negotiate returns on requests received from Inventory Control (Asset) Manager for all returns that are not pre-negotiated.
• Other duties as assigned. Skills, Knowledge, and Education Required
  • Ability to negotiate lowest possible stock material acquisition cost.
  • Ability to work with branch personnel and supplier representatives to identify new potential stocking items.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize.
  • 3-5 Years of professional purchasing/buying experience in the Industrial Distribution Industry preferred.
  • Excellent computer skills including MS Office products.
  • Effective communication skills with peers and branch personnel.
  • Solid mathematical skills. DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. "GSOperatingLLC is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law."

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