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BUYER

Who we are:

United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a large multi-regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. United Electric offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire/cable/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro-mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York. 

Position Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for procuring supplies and materials to support the company's resale operations, while also playing a pivotal role in maintaining efficient inventory control. Your expertise will enable the company to meet customer demands promptly and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Position Responsibilities:  

• Analyzes buy lines considering demand, past usage, economic order quantities, and other variables, which may affect cost and profit.
• Purchases inventory for assigned branch locations.
• Develops positive relationship with vendors. Discusses problems, buying terms, new products, and negotiates best price and delivery.
• Approves new products ensuring the sales force is aware of them.
• Solves problems related to vendor shipping issues affecting inventory and customer service.
• Communicates regularly with Product Specialist, keeping abreast of market conditions, competition, and new products.
• Oversees effective management of inventory for assigned buy lines. Meet specific annual goals for inventory turnover, fill rate, and minimizing dead and excess inventory.
• Assists purchasing manager with the vendor evaluation process.
• Supports all the company-endorsed product lines with focus on I-MARK manufacturers.
• Diligently reviews procurement queue to address emergency orders.
• Monitors freight, transfers, restocking fees and other costs associated with purchases and returns, and keeps to a minimum.
• Reviews inventory exception reports including negative inventory, shortages, stockouts, and purchasing exceptions to maintain inventory accuracy
• Enters transfer requests by sales to address customer needs.
• Assists return goods coordinator as needed to monitor excess and defective stock returns.
• Proactively monitors job queue, communicates with branch and corporate personnel via email, trackers, and other means.
• Assists in physical inventories as needed.
• Inputs Excel spreadsheets under the direction of the buyers and purchasing manager as directed.
• Accountable for achieving established inventory performance metrics including inventory turns, fill rate, supplier performance, excess inventory reduction, and customer service objectives.
• Works closely with all internal departments, combining individual efforts to better serve the customer.
• Perform other duties as obvious or assigned.
  
  

Commitment to Safety:

• Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk. Your personal safety is your responsibility.
• Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or is witnessed.
• Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of Eclipse and general computer applications as well as Microsoft Office Software
• Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred
• Sales experience preferred
• Attentiveness to details and problem-solving skills
• Organization and time management skills
  
  

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer attractive compensation and benefits which include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• 401(K) and Stock Ownership
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Educational Benefits
• Wellness Programs
• Work/Life Balance
  
  

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.