What are the responsibilities and job description for the Category Buyer position at American Wire Group?
Great opportunity for a go-getter and enthusiastic sales professional looking to expand their career within a
Global organization!
Overview
At American Wire Group (AWG), we are more than just a supplier—we are a trusted partner and industry leader in providing high-quality wire and cable, hardware, equipment, and accessories for the renewable energy, battery energy storage, data center, and utility markets. All of our products meet or exceed industry standards for performance and safety as well as strict quality control requirements. We also provide comprehensive services including cable management, cable engineering and design, supply chain management, emergency services, and technical support. Strategically located in Pennsylvania, Texas, and California, AWG ensures seamless coverage across the nation and delivery in days – not weeks – for all of your wire, cable, power equipment, and accessory needs!
Job Summary
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Strategic Buyer to be responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products for our business. Your responsibilities will include market research for potential suppliers, conducting and analyze rfp, processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking purchase orders, managing supplier relationship and performance, creating and maintaining an inventory, quality assurance and liaising with inventory teams and management. The buyer will work with staff across departments to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand.
The Buyer should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget.
Responsibilities
Global organization!
Overview
At American Wire Group (AWG), we are more than just a supplier—we are a trusted partner and industry leader in providing high-quality wire and cable, hardware, equipment, and accessories for the renewable energy, battery energy storage, data center, and utility markets. All of our products meet or exceed industry standards for performance and safety as well as strict quality control requirements. We also provide comprehensive services including cable management, cable engineering and design, supply chain management, emergency services, and technical support. Strategically located in Pennsylvania, Texas, and California, AWG ensures seamless coverage across the nation and delivery in days – not weeks – for all of your wire, cable, power equipment, and accessory needs!
Job Summary
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Strategic Buyer to be responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products for our business. Your responsibilities will include market research for potential suppliers, conducting and analyze rfp, processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking purchase orders, managing supplier relationship and performance, creating and maintaining an inventory, quality assurance and liaising with inventory teams and management. The buyer will work with staff across departments to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand.
The Buyer should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget.
Responsibilities
- Support and communicate with sales/engineering to gather current requirements and specifications to be used within an RFI, RFQ, or RFP.
- Monitor and analyze inventory forecasts and usage, applying thorough knowledge of the company s products and business objectives for sound procurement decisions.
- Undertakes supplier management to obtain the best suppliers and ensure an optimum supply chain
- Support to develop and Administer Strategic Sourcing Plan
- Prepare and Manage Requests For Quotation (RFQ), expedite and obtain quotations from 3rd Party Suppliers, and comply with RFQ Process
- Prepare Bid Analysis and recommend supplier based on technical/commercial bid and strategic decisions
- Develop pricing sheet for sales team
- Spearhead numerous process enhancements through ERP system automation.
- Expedite and administer complex international arrangements for logistics department.
- Purchase inventory items from domestic and international suppliers to maintain sufficient inventory levels to maintain inventory control processes.;
- Keep track shipment dates with suppliers to ensure the estimated ship dates accurate the system;
- Business or Technical Bachelor’s Degree required
- A minimum of 3-5 years of purchasing experience in a business environment.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and provide exceptional customer service
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Proficient with MS Office and working knowledge of ERP systems
- Work authorization: United States (Required)
- Miami, FL
- Chicago, IL