Distribution Buyer

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing all activities related to purchasing, planning and evaluating items for fulfilment of customer orders or stocking:

• Analyze inventory levels; determine or modify planning and purchase accordingly
• Develop working relationship with vendors and negotiate pricing or resource
• Facilitate relationship with Direct Lines. ie Ordering, Stock Levels, New Products, Cost, returns, credit, joint advertising dollars, stock buybacks/EOY returns, etc..
• Set Basic Planning Levels and associated Guidelines to qualify and update items
• Review and modify Pricing and Advertising content for product listings, auditing
• Identify new stock or product opportunities via research or vendor relationships
• Locate alternate sourcing methods for sold and unsold items
• Generate purchase orders for all new products by assigning vendors and pricing to Purchase Orders using P21 system via the PORG process.
• Handle all discrepancies such as price, part numbers, and lead-times; adjust purchase orders and Item Maintenance accordingly.
• Proactively place purchase orders via websites
• Proactively expedite purchasing orders to meet delivery dates
• Handle RFQ’s from sales, helping them source product to the best possible vendor

METRICS

Duties may be modified from time to time. Other duties, tasks and work may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous purchasing experience
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving abilities
• Basic computer skills
• Phone, Email etiquette

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet, Phone
• Strong Computer proficiency and ability to learn new software quickly
• Strong problem-resolution and analysis skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Good time management skills; be able to multi-task
• Able to work at a fast pace
• Work well in a team environment.
• Able to maintain confidential information.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Bachelors’ Degree, Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• One to Three years related customer service experience and/or training preferred
• Technical or Industrial product knowledge a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is an office job and entails the physical demands associated with operating a telephone and computer (viewing monitor, keyboard, mouse) and filing.

BONUS/COMMISSION PLAN

Eligible for commission after successful completion of probationary 90 days.

WORK SCHEDULE

This is an hourly position. The schedule for this position is 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. Employee is expected to come to work on time and adhere to accepted time-off policies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environment is a professional open office environment. It may be necessary from time to time to go to other office, plant and inventory warehouse environments relative to the requirements of the position. Dress attire is casual but professional in an office setting. All employees are required to wear “Radwear” (shirt with company logo) at all times once the initial supply (at company expense) has been received. Radwell ID Badge and Radwell access card must be worn at all times. Radwell Safety Policies must be adhered to at all times.

EMPLOYER'S RIGHTS

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Radwell Benefits

Benefits: Radwell offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage. The Company provides company sponsored short-term and long-term disability benefits, as well as $50,000 in Life insurance. These benefits, along with additional voluntary benefits, are available to all regular full-time employees beginning on first day of employment. All employees are automatically enrolled at 3% into the Company’s 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following 90 days of continuous employment. Employees are eligible for common paid Company Holidays and 15 days of PTO annually, which begin accruing on first date of employment and may be used immediately upon joining the team.

Salary Information:

The recruiting base salary range for this FULL TIME position is $65,000 - $75,000 /year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Additionally, this role is bonus-eligible, with a target bonus percentage that provides an opportunity to earn even more based on company performance.