Buyer I

Buyer I

About AM Signal:

Established in 2001, AM Signal has grown to be a leader in the distribution of traffic signal control devices and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). We are a full-service, stocking distributor for numerous product lines, with full support from design to technical.

AM Signal has team members spanning the western United States, covering a wide territory from Texas to California.

About This Role:

AM Signal is hiring a Buyer I to add to their team. The Buyer I performs purchasing activities in the acquisition of products, equipment, and services in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Buyer I executes purchase orders for projects and maintains supply inventory levels required to effectively support sales and operations planning and cost objectives. They obtain and review quotes, lead times, terms and conditions, and perform price comparisons, and negotiate when applicable for the lowest total cost and best value. They track and respond to inquiries for order status, changes, order discrepancies, and cancellations. The Buyer I also interacts with vendors to resolve all order inquiries and inconsistencies to include scheduling and expediting deliveries, material and freight issues, missed or late deliveries, and all other pertinent issues.

The Buyer I serves as a liaison between the Purchasing Department and internal customers and suppliers. They respond to questions or complaints, participate in department initiatives, plans, and projects.

Career Path:

This position is the entry level for a career path to a Professional Buyer. To be successful, the Buyer I demonstrates a willingness to learn and seeks opportunities to grow and develop. The position also requires a strong attention to detail, a results-oriented person, and someone who can easily pivot to handle a variety of tasks. This position reports to the Purchasing Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review sales orders
• Evaluate inventory levels and sales history to determine product needs
• Execute Purchase Orders and expedite orders as requested
• Compare vendor sales order confirmations for accuracy and take corrective action when needed
• Review all purchase orders issued for accuracy and completeness
• Pricing: review quotes for price reasonableness, item descriptions, lead times, terms and conditions, conduct price comparisons, update pricing in ERP system (NetSuite).
• Seeks opportunities to negotiate and improve price points
• Optimizes purchasing activities and overall performance
• Follow up on purchase orders for estimated shipping dates, partials, tracking, delays, etc.
• Maintain open purchase orders with updated status; maintain PO file documents
• Coordinate order status across the other business teams
• Share with supplier-vendors information on damaged product, shortages / overages, freight issues; seek resolution
• Review and generate purchasing and inventory reports as needed
• Maintain up-to-date pricing in ERP system for all online marketplace product purchases
• Consider price, specification, availability, and reliability when sourcing for new on-line marketplace supplier-vendors
• Keep up to date on changes impacting supply and demand
• Additional duties as required

Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of Purchasing Administration, negotiation, and Materials Management concepts and practices
• Knowledge of demand planning and forecasting techniques
• Takes initiative, ownership, and responsibility for completing tasks
• Organization, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Results-oriented; attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced work environment
• Agile to pivot to rapidly shifting priorities
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Math skills to ensure pricing calculations are correct and to avoid unforeseen losses; protect margins

Requirements:

• Associate degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Operations, Materials Management, Business, or other related discipline, and/or a combination of academic disciplines and equivalent experience
• 1 – 3 years of Purchasing, Estimating, Sales, and/or Supply Chain/Logistics
• Knowledge of Traffic Signal & Sign Industry is desirable
• Experience in a team environment and project management is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills
• Familiarity with the ERP NetSuite platform
• Customer service experience

Our Core Values:

• Customer Centric. We put the customer first and build lasting relationships.
• One Team. We win together, respect and help each other along the way.
• Industry Expertise. We rise above the rest in knowledge and ability.
• Integrity Driven. We do what’s right and we stick to our word.
• Quality Focus. We promote quality products, people, and services.

Compensation & Benefits:

· Starting pay is based on experience, typically in the $50K to $60K range

· Complete benefits package including 401k with employer matching (5%), health insurance premiums are 100% covered by the employer for the employee, extra for family, and dental/vision insurance is optional.

Work Hours:

Business hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. This position is based in the Denver (Littleton) office and offers flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week.

AM Signal provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran or military status, status regarding public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

External Recruiting Agencies/Vendors: AM Signal does not currently engage with external recruiting agencies and will not accept unsolicited resumes from any external agency. Unsolicited resumes submitted by agencies to AM Signal will become the property of AM Signal and may be contacted and engaged with directly. AM Signal maintains a preferred vendor list and only engages with these agencies from time to time at AM Signal’s sole discretion.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work for the company in the United States?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Littleton, CO 80120 (Required)

Work Location: In person