Ames Purchasing -Senior Buyer

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Position Summary:

Experienced operations role that oversees the procurement of components, Ames merchandise, TapeTech merchandise and Ames private label products. The Senior Buyer must maintain supplier relations for production components and Ames private label products that are distributed through the Ames Service and Distribution Centers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Building and maintaining Supplier Relationships
• Procurement of components, TapeTech merchandise and Ames private label products. Managing forecasts to ensure timely delivery of all needed products.
• Responsible for conducting and communicating of supplier analysis
• Responsible for obtaining and sourcing cost reductions of parts
• Manages quality and lead time improvements with suppliers
• Sourcing of suppliers as needed
• Responsible for Inventory evaluation and turn over goals.
• Participation in budget planning
• Responsible for conducting and communication of Inventory stock analysis,
• Calculating orders for TapeTech Merchandise and Private Label products
• Monthly Purchasing and Inventory Reporting
• Replacement Cost Maintenance
• Support the selection and managing both domestic and international logistics of purchased items

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Basic Qualifications:

• Understanding of General Accounting Practices and working with Budgets
• Understanding of the Lean Principles and how they apply across Enterprise
• Strong Excel and Word Software skills, good Microsoft office skills.
• Basic knowledge of material design/blueprints.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; in addition to 5-7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Proven experience in selecting and sourcing both domestic and international sourcing and ongoing vendor relationship management.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Certified Purchasing Manager through the Institute of Supply Management preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time.
• Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.