What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-Branch Purchasing Analyst position at Aramsco - Fabrication, Sanitation & Restoration?
Overview
Join our team as a full-time Multi-Branch Purchasing Analyst, partnering closely with the Regional Buyer Lead to drive high fill rates and healthy inventory across the region from our Decatur, IL office.
Impact you’ll make
- Support sales with rapid sourcing for unusual or non-standard orders.
- Issue and manage dropship purchase orders with precision.
- Create part numbers and validate pricing for non-stock items at point of sale.
- Resolve vendor product and shipping discrepancies to protect customer timelines.
- Act as a professional liaison with internal Sales/Customer Service and vendor teams.
- Negotiate purchase agreements balancing quality, delivery dependability, and price.
- Analyze quotes, price proposals, and financial data to confirm fair, reasonable costs.
- Set delivery expectations with suppliers and track performance.
- Verify quality of received goods; escalate issues to suppliers and management.
- Build, qualify, and maintain a robust vendor network for assigned materials.
- Correct invoices and shipping errors; manage replacements, cancellations, and engineering changes.
- Maintain up-to-date product pricing in collaboration with the Purchasing Manager.
What we’re looking for
- Education/Experience: Bachelor’s (0–3 years) OR Associate’s/High School (1–3 years) with demonstrated potential and coachability.
- Background in ERP-based purchasing and inventory management within industrial distribution.
- Multi-branch purchasing experience; familiarity with Eclipse ERP or similar text-based replenishment tools is a plus.
- Proven problem-solver with practical decision-making skills for one-off situations.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong administrative/documentation abilities; sharp math skills and critical attention to detail.
- PC proficiency with Microsoft Suite; advanced Excel capability.
- Clear, persuasive communicator with solid presentation, negotiation, and influencing strengths.
- Highly organized; thrives amid fast pace and urgency.
Proficiency essentials
- Data analysis and manipulation
- Excellent communication skills
- Shop math skills
- Basic computer skills
- Microsoft Excel
Role specifics
- Reports to: Regional Buyer Lead
- Schedule: Full-time, on-site in Decatur, Illinois
- Relocation: Not offered
- Sponsorship: Not available
- Compensation: Pay salary range $45–47k
Why this role?
Grow your sourcing, vendor management, and ERP purchasing expertise in a multi-branch environment where results and teachability are recognized with added responsibility.
Salary : $45,000 - $47,000
