inventory buyer

Sonic Automotive

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
EchoPark Automotive is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow. We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities!</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
EchoPark Automotive is looking to hire an Automotive Buyer based out of our office in Tulsa, OK. If you&rsquo;re a self-sufficient, independent, analytical person who enjoys working in a consumer-facing environment, this may be your position.</p><p>
As an Automotive Buyer on the Consumer Acquisition Team, you will ensure the timely valuation and processing of used vehicle consumer inventory brought into the dealership. This position requires working well in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicating.<br>
</p><p><b>What You Will Do :</b></p><ul><li>
Obtain used-car inventory through street purchases and auctions</li><li>
Set and negotiate pricing</li><li>
Understand reconditioning costs</li><li>
Make financially sound purchasing decisions for the company</li><li>
Convert inquiries at a high rate while maintaining profitability</li><li>
Provide excellent internal and external customer service</li></ul><p><b>
What We Are Looking For :</b></p><ul><li>
Solid understanding of the retail and wholesale automobile sales processes</li><li>
Excellent analytical and valuation skills, with a strong process orientation</li><li>
Management or prior purchasing experience preferred</li><li>
Excellent communication and customer service skills</li><li>
Web-based search applications and tablet technology experience</li><li>
Clean motor vehicle and criminal background records</li></ul><p><b>
What We Offer You :</b></p><ul><li>
Income potential of $60k to 120k</li><li>
5 day work week</li><li>
Medical / Pharmacy</li><li>
Dental</li><li>
Vision</li><li>
Flexible Spending Account</li><li>
401K</li></ul><br>
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Additional Information</b><p><br>
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p></div>

Automotive Market Buyer

ECHELON SUPPLY & SERVICE

<div><p><b>About Us: </b>Echelon Supply and Service is a leading provider of premium industrial and hydraulic hose solutions for commercial and defense markets across North America. Since 1977, we've built our reputation on a customer-first approach, delivering quality products and exceptional support.</p><p>
Headquartered in Liverpool, NY, we operate over ten locations in the U.S. and Canada, with recent expansion to the west coast. Our mission is to be North America's premier industrial and hydraulic hose supplier, empowering our customers' success through reliable, innovative products and outstanding service. Join us in shaping the future of industrial and hydraulic solutions!</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Why This Position Matters</b></p><p>
As a Buyer at Echelon, you&rsquo;ll play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly and our customers supplied with what they need, when they need it. Your work directly impacts our ability to deliver exceptional service across our branches. By ensuring the right products are in the right place at the right time, you help power the teams who keep our customers&rsquo; businesses moving forward.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b></p><p>
The Buyer supports Echelon&rsquo;s growing supply chain by managing purchasing activities and optimizing inventory flow between branch locations. This role is key to balancing cost, availability, and efficiency&mdash;helping to maintain seamless operations across multiple sites. You&rsquo;ll partner closely with our branch operations and vendor partners to ensure high-quality, cost-effective materials are sourced and delivered on time.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p><ul><li>
Approve and process purchase requisitions and material order requests within defined thresholds</li><li>
Independently authorize purchases within budget guidelines and align decisions with business goals</li><li>
Create, process, and update purchase orders in Prophet 21 ERP for assigned product categories or branches</li><li>
Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve discrepancies in quantity, price, or delivery</li><li>
Track and expedite orders to maintain appropriate stock levels and meet customer demand</li><li>
Identify and act on cost-saving opportunities, negotiating favorable terms and pricing with suppliers</li><li>
Source and qualify new vendors when needed to maintain quality, reliability, and competitive pricing</li><li>
Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers and internal branch operations teams</li><li>
Support replenishment and inventory optimization efforts across multiple Echelon locations</li><li>
Collaborate on company-wide supply chain initiatives that drive efficiency and process improvement</li><li>
Complete all procurement actions promptly, ensuring timely communication and follow-through</li><li>
Perform other related duties as assigned</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field</li><li>
7+ years of experience in purchasing</li><li>
Experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management (distribution or manufacturing preferred)</li><li>
Strong analytical and Excel skills with the ability to track data, identify trends, and support decisions</li><li>
Familiarity with ERP systems (Prophet 21 experience a plus)</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for vendor and internal collaboration</li><li>
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>
A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-location environment</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Echelon Supply and Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</p><p>
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.</p></div>

Experienced Buyer

Wesco

<div><p>As a Buyer, you are responsible for placing and authorizing purchase orders within assigned limits. You will expedite orders, track deliveries, resolve shipping errors, and maintain accurate records following established guidelines.
</p><p><b>Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Reviews daily purchasing reports and system recommendations and determines proper quantities and items to purchase and creates purchasing documents to send suppliers.
</li><li>Maintains inventory availability while minimizing working capital investment.
</li><li>Tactical execution of stock replenishment, special order (SO), and drop ship (DS) buying where assigned while making buying decisions based on most economical method with respect to quantities, order minimums or prepaid terms and mode of transportation.
</li><li>Guarantees accurate purchase order quantities, costs, notes and terms compliance.
</li><li>Ensures electronic data interchange (EDI), automated stock replenishment (ASR/VMI), emailed and faxed orders reach suppliers.
</li><li>Follows up with suppliers concerning order status and delivery and communicates delivery information to impacted departments.
</li><li>Reviews daily supplier shipping error notices and takes appropriate action.
</li><li>Reviews quarterly excess and inactive inventory reports and negotiates with suppliers to obtain return goods authorizations on excess and inactive material.
</li><li>Assists managers with evaluating supplier performance related to on-time delivery, fill rates, shipping errors, transfer cost improvements, branch support, and other measures.
</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelors&rsquo; Degree in Supply Chain or related field required
</li><li>1 year of experience required of purchasing within supply chain environment
</li><li>Knowledge of purchasing and inventory concepts, practices, and procedures
</li><li>Knowledge of business performance measures
</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills
</li><li>Strong negotiation skills
</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills
</li><li>Strong analytical skills
</li><li>Strong computer skills, including purchasing and inventory management systems, programs and reports
</li><li>Ability to exercise judgment
</li><li>Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers, and competitors</li></ul></div>
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<br><div>At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.<br>
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Our Company&rsquo;s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.<br>
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Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!<br>
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Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500&reg; company.<br>
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<i>Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (&ldquo;Wesco&rdquo;) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.<br>
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<i>Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.</i></div>

Buyer

R+L Carriers

<div><p><b><i>Parts Buyer, Earn up to $29.52/hr.
</i></b></p><p><b><i>Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 7am to 3:30pm
</i></b></p><p><b><i>Available PTO may be used immediately upon hire </i></b><b><i>and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes our very own employee resorts</i></b>
</p><p><b><i>Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers<br>
</i></b></p><p></p><p>R+L Carriers have an immediate need for a Parts Buyer in our Ellenwood, GA. Service Center. Candidates should have basic knowledge of truck parts. Responsibilities include Audit Invoices, Manage National and Local Supplier Accounts, Negotiate pricing with suppliers, Source new vendors and products, Maintain current relationship with existing supplier/new supplier base, Methods that can save the company money, Issuing purchase order to suppliers, Working with technicians to ensure they are getting the correct replacement parts, Work with the Field and Fleet Managers.
</p><p>Company Culture
</p><p>R+L Carriers - Women in Trucking<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Minimum Requirements </b><b>:
</b></p><ul><li>Experience with auditing invoices and purchasing processes.
</li><li>Renegotiate and update vendor pricing
</li><li>Experience with inventory usage and spending.
</li><li>Experience with shipping and receiving.
</li><li>LTL experience a plus!
</li><li>Customer service experience a plus!
</li></ul><p><b>Benefits: </b>R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation &amp; Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
</p><p><b>About Us </b><b>: </b>R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company&rsquo;s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believed our customers select us because of the efforts of our employees.
</p><p>R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC (&ldquo;R+L Carriers&rdquo;) and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant&rsquo;s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. R+L Carriers will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.</p></div><p></p><br><div></div>

Parts Buyer

BlueStar US

<div><p><b>Company Overview:</b></p><p>
BlueStar is a leading global solutions-based distributor of Point-of-Sale, Bar-coding, data collection, radio frequency identification (RFID), and Wireless mobility products. BlueStar works exclusively with Value Added Reseller Partners, providing them with complete solutions at competitive prices. The company brings unequaled expertise to the market, offers award-winning technical support, and is an authorized service center for a growing number of manufacturers.</p><p><b>
Summary Description:</b></p><p>
The Buyer's primary responsibility is to manage the Purchasing function with BlueStar's vendors, including placing purchase orders, expediting shipments, and executing stock returns. The Buyers are responsible for giving outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers to achieve our sales and profit goals.
</p><p><b>Primary responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Place replenishment purchase orders on a daily basis to maintain the desired level of stock for each item.</li><li>
Expedite purchase orders as necessary to insure outstanding customer service.
</li><li>Analyzing sales and inventory trends and take appropriate stocking positions to grow the business in a profitable manner.</li><li>
Understand the sales process and learn product features to assist the Sales team in helping our customer purchase the right product for their business.</li><li>
Stock rotate product on a monthly basis so that the most desired inventory is in stock and available for sale.</li></ul><p><b>
SkillsRequirements:</b></p><ul><li>
B.S. in Business preferred, but not required. (BlueStar is an excellent entry-level opportunity for recent college graduate, or soon to be college graduate.)</li><li>
Must have strong interest in a career in procurement and Supply Chain.</li><li>
Relevant experience working in procurement or Supply Chain management a plus; previous internships preferred.</li><li>
Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel to analyze large amounts of data quickly; knowledge at the Intermediate level preferred.</li><li>
Must be able to work independently with good time management skills.</li><li>
Must be detail oriented with strong problem solving and organizational skills; excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.</li></ul><p><b>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.</b></p></div>

St. Bernards Healthcare

<div><ul><li><div><b>JOB REQUIREMENTS</b><b>
</b></div><ul><li><div><div><b>Education
</b></div><ul><li><div><div><div><div>High School diploma plus a minimum of three years&rsquo; experience in an office or retail setting requiring customer interaction, communication, negotiation, problem solving, and attention to detail. An associates or bachelors&rsquo; degree in a related field will be considered in lieu of experience. Healthcare specific experience would be preferred, but not required. Detailed &ldquo;on-the-job&rdquo; training will be provided.</div>
</div></div></div></li></ul></div></li><li><div><div><b>Experience</b></div>
<ul><li><div><div><div><div>Must be able to work independently while coordinating multiple projects. Must be able to communicate cordially, accurately, and effectively with co-workers, St. Bernards&rsquo; departments, clinics, and vendors. Must develop and maintain an understanding of inventory management, distribution, and procurement&rsquo;s interaction with Accounting. Must have the ability to learn and effectively utilize a complex procurement and inventory management system as well as other required systems which support the procurement function. Organizational skills, problems solving skills, and the ability to prioritize are critical. Must demonstrate a commitment to the tenants of S.E.R.V.E. with the goal of supporting excellent patient care</div>
</div></div></div></li></ul></div></li><li><div><div><b>Physical</b></div>
<ul><li><div><div><div><div>Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing within normal range. Frequently exposed to marked changes in temperatures. Minimal lifting and carrying up to 5 lbs. Long periods of continuous sitting.</div>
</div></div></div></li></ul></div></li></ul></li><li><div><b>JOB SUMMARY</b><b>
</b></div><ul><li><div><div><div><ul><li>The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services within authorized limits and in accordance with corporate policies and procedures. The Buyer must monitor compliance with approved Group Purchasing Organization and Aggregation Group contracts with a focus on quality, cost reduction, and excellent patient care. The Buyer accurately processes purchase requisitions and purchase orders using the most efficient method available based on individual vendor capability. The Buyer must develop and maintain a working knowledge of vendors, contracts, products, and the supply needs of St. Bernards internal customers. The Buyer actively searches out opportunities for contract compliance, standardization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></li></ul></li></ul><br>
Location: St. Bernards Healthcare &middot; PURCHASING<br>
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, M-F 8am-4:30pm</div>

BUYER

Temp Experts

<div><p><b>Buyer (Temp)</b><br>
<b>Warren, MA</b><br>
<b>Temporary | 6&ndash;9 Months | 1st Shift</b><br>
</p><p>TempExperts is seeking an experienced <b>Buyer</b> to join a manufacturing organization in <b>Warren, Massachusetts</b> for a <b>6&ndash;9 month temporary assignment</b>. The Buyer will manage procurement activities for assigned commodities, ensuring timely materials flow to support production and sales. This role requires strong analytical skills, ERP experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume environment.</p>
<p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul><li>Execute procurement activities and coordinate purchasing functions for assigned commodities.
</li><li>Identify and requisition MRP and non-MRP inventory requirements to meet production planning needs.
</li><li>Manage supplier communications, purchase order acknowledgments, and revisions in the MRP system.
</li><li>Resolve shipment and invoice discrepancies in coordination with Receiving and Finance.
</li><li>Support the preparation and distribution of RFP packages and manage supplier due dates.
</li><li>Maintain data integrity in the MRP system, ensuring accurate supplier pricing, lead times, and order quantities.
</li><li>Authorize procurement of inventory, tooling, and MRO items within established signature authority.
</li><li>Monitor open purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure on-time material availability.
</li><li>Identify opportunities to eliminate non-value-added activities and improve department efficiency.
</li><li>Escalate workflow issues and potential delays to the Purchasing Manager as needed.
</li></ul>
<p><b>Requirements/Education:</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Materials, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
</li><li>2&ndash;5 years of experience in materials management or supply chain, preferably in a High Mix&ndash;Low Volume manufacturing setting.
</li><li>Strong knowledge of inventory management concepts, ERP systems, and purchasing processes.
</li><li>Skilled in supplier selection, price analysis, and negotiation.
</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.'
</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
</li><li>U.S. citizenship required.
</li></ul>
<p><i>TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></p></div>

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