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Farwest Steel Springfield, OR
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Full Time | Wholesale 1 Month Ago
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Farwest Steel is Hiring a Buyer II Near Springfield, OR

 Hello prospective employee, we appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this available position!
About Farwest:
Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 650 employees located in 7 Western States.
As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees.
Farwest offers full benefits with options to suit everyone, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, FSA, HRA, HSA, EAP, company paid Life Insurance & STD, and 401K with 3.5% Match.
  • Incentive based on corporate budget achievement.
  • Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities.
  • Compensation based on knowledge, skills, and ability.
About this position:
As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Farwest adheres to federal regulations in regard to drug-testing, which includes THC. Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in E-Verify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US.
Job Type: Full Time, On-site.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day shift.
Wage Range: $23.00-$30.00 per hour, depending on experience. 
Farwest’s Purchasing Department, which is located in Springfield, Oregon, seeks an experienced and knowledgeable individual to join their team as Buyer II. In this role, you will define and manage appropriate inventory levels through sourcing quality products at a competitive cost. Additionally, you will be responsible for fostering and growing supplier relationships while promoting and actively participating in Farwest’s mission and vision.
Key responsibilities for this role include:
  • Forecast, procure, and manage steel inventories for six branch locations.
  • Maintain accuracy of purchase orders including due dates, quantity, and pricing.
  • Price negotiation.
  • Update and maintain accurate forecasts.
  • Professional, effective, and thorough communication with internal customers to define requirements and to assure timely execution that meet customer expectations.
  • Research and identify potential new suppliers.
  • Develop, improve, and standardize processes, policies, and procedures to allow for more effective use of time and maximize value to our customers.
  • Contribute to department and Corporate sourcing and procurement strategies that include effective inventory management, cost and lead time reduction. Involves collaboration with department peers and management.
  • Contribute towards improving Key Performance Indicators (Safety, Quality, On Time Delivery) where appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Three (3) or more years experience as a buyer, or related experience.
  • Valid drivers license.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • College degree in business, economics, or material management.
  • Knowledge of steel products and supplies.
  • Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Oracle).
  • Ability to critically analyze computer reports and use that information to manage products and supplies.
  • Effective communication and negotiation skills.
​Farwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace. Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US! Learn more at www.farweststeel.com/careers 

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Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Wholesale

SALARY

$69k-86k (estimate)

POST DATE

03/23/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

04/25/2024

WEBSITE

farweststeel.com

HEADQUARTERS

EUGENE, OR

SIZE

500 - 1,000

FOUNDED

1956

CEO

PATRICK EAGEN

REVENUE

$200M - $500M

INDUSTRY

Wholesale

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Since 1956 Farwest has been the premium metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States. In our many years in the steel business we have blazed our own path. We havent always taken the easiest route, but we have always pursued excellence. When it comes to steel, theres a way and then there is the Farwest Way. What does this mean? It means always providing customers with excellent steel products and custom solutions that are complete and innovative. Work with Farwest and you will consistently get expertise, quality, and value on time, every time. You have our word. And our word... is solid as steel. Thats the Farwest Way. More
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