What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wholesale Buyer position at Jackson Group Peterbilt?
Company Description
Jackson Group, is the premier Peterbilt dealer in North America. JGP have been in serving the transportation industry for 50 years, with 35 locations. Come be part of the greatest sales team in the industry.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Wholesale Buyer role based in Salt Lake City, UT. The Wholesale Buyer will manage the procurement of quality pre-owned commercial vehicles, establish and maintain relationships with vendors, negotiate pricing and contracts, and analyze market trends to make informed purchasing decisions. Responsibilities include inventory management, assessing market demand for truck models, and ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and company procurement guidelines. The role requires collaboration with sales teams to ensure alignment with customer needs and market strategies.
Qualifications
- Skills in procurement, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation.
- Experience with inventory management and assessing market demand.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to evaluate market trends and pricing strategies effectively.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with vendors, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
- Proficiency with business software for tracking and managing procurement activities.
- Knowledge of commercial vehicles and familiarity with the trucking industry is a strong advantage.
- Proven experience in a purchasing or procurement-related role is highly desirable.