ACCOUNTABILITIES: Purchasing responsibilities: product replenishment, maintaining inventory levels while achieving service levels, and inventory turn goals. Process, maintain and set up of vendor item maintenance. Resolve vendor inquiries, late deliveries, and customer inquiries. Position communicates to sales, distribution, and customers. Travel and assist, or attend tradeshows and buyers meetings.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: Strong mathematical and analytical skills are needed with an ability to evaluate and interpret data. Diplomacy, communication, organization and quick thinking skills are useful during situations with customers, sales, and internal associates. Problem-solving skills with the ability to manage interruptions and multiple projects at any given time. Ability to work with the pressure of meeting tight deadlines and anticipate market and seasonal changes. Must have proficient computer skills and ability to navigate internet/email systems. Excel, Word, 10 Key, and Power Point experience and proficiency needed.

EDUCATION: Prefer a background in Purchasing or education in economics or business degree. 5-10% of job requires overnight travel to meetings or tradeshow. Required HS Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person