Buyer

South Bethany, United States

Classification:

Salary

Job Description:

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?

At LATICRETE International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We’ve been in business for over 65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in over 100 countries. The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut’s top family-owned companies in 2017!

We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.

We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities, our industry, and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!

Just some of our benefits:

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Tuition reimbursement
13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
Flexible spending
Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

POSITION SUMMARY

The Buyer is responsible for the day-to-day execution of purchase orders, supplier management, and inventory support to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials and services. This role manages the flow of materials from suppliers to LATICRETE facilities by executing purchase orders, monitoring supplier performance, resolving supply issues, and proactively communicating risks to stakeholders. The Buyer must be comfortable working with data from multiple sources (ERP, supplier reports, internal dashboards) to analyze trends, identify risks, and make business decisions that support cost, service, and inventory targets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - TOP 4 ACTIONS FOR POSITION

Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

1 Purchase Order Management (35%):

Review, release, and manage purchase orders in the ERP system based on supply plans and business needs.
Monitor open orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time, complete, and accurate deliveries.
Expedite or re-schedule orders as required to support production or customer requirements.
Own and manage planning data for assigned suppliers and materials, ensuring accuracy in demand, lead times, safety stock, and other key parameters.
Maintain accurate purchase order data (dates, pricing, quantities) in ERP.

Supplier Management & Communication (30%):

Serve as primary day-to-day contact with assigned suppliers.
Communicate supply issues, delays, and risks proactively to Procurement Managers and internal stakeholders.
Track supplier performance against KPIs such as On-Time Delivery, Fill Rate, and Quality.
Support supplier corrective actions and escalate unresolved issues to management.

Inventory & Risk Management (20%):

Monitor inventory levels vs. targets and adjust order quantities/timing as needed.
Partner with Procurement Managers to align inventory with financial and operational goals.
Collaborate with internal teams (planning, scheduling, receiving, logistics) to resolve material availability issues.
Work with the Inventory Manager to ensure inventory is right-sized to support business needs and actively monitor/address slow-moving and obsolete (SLOB) inventory.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement (15%)

Adhere to company procurement policies and standard work.
Support process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and supplier performance.
Identify opportunities for improvement in processes, systems, or supplier management practices and proactively recommend solutions.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Pull, analyze, and reconcile data from multiple sources (ERP, supplier scorecards, inventory reports, demand plans) to support purchasing decisions.
Use data to identify supply risks, overstock/understock trends, or supplier performance concerns, and communicate findings clearly to managers and stakeholders.
Strong data management and analytical skills, with the ability to extract, manipulate, and interpret information from multiple systems.
Comfortable making business recommendations or raising concerns based on data trends and analysis.
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas) required; experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred) and business intelligence tools is a plus.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Or relevant experience.
Proven experience in procurement, inventory management, or supply chain roles, preferably in a retail or manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and data parameters.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
Proficiency in inventory control techniques and inventory management software.
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Travel Requirement:

Must be able to travel 5%.

Physical Requirements:

Must pass pre-employment physical.
Lift: Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull ____ pounds.
Stand: Must be able to stand ____% of the day.
Sitting: Must be able to sit ____% of the day.
Twisting/Bending: Must be able to twist/bend ___% of the day.
Squatting, Climbing and/or Crawling: Must be able to squat/climb/crawl ___% of the day.

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