Buyer

QXO; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

QXO, a leading distributor and installer of building products, is seeking a Buyer to support inventory and purchasing decisions in a fast-paced environment.

You will analyze pricing, maintain records, coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, and help optimize purchasing processes. This role is office-based in a dynamic building materials setting.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years Buyer, Inventory, Supply Chain, Operations or related field experience preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory, or supply chain operations
• Familiarity with ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or building materials industries
• Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) are a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process purchase orders based on inventory levels, sales demand, and forecast data
• Purchase materials using cost-effective and quality-focused purchasing practices
• Analyze pricing, supplier options, and product availability to support purchasing decisions
• Maintain accurate product costs and purchasing records
• Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning
• Identify and resolve potential material shortages, delays, or supply chain issues
• Maintain visibility on backorders and communicate updates to relevant teams
• Coordinate material movement and scheduling to support operational efficiency
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams
• Partner with sales, operations, inventory, and accounting teams to support business needs
• Assist with resolving supplier-related concerns, including invoices, shipments, and discrepancies
• Respond professionally to vendor and internal inquiries
• Review system transactions and reports to ensure inventory and purchasing accuracy
• Generate reports and provide purchasing data to leadership as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, inventory management, and operational efficiency
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and records
• Follow company policies, procedures, and ethical purchasing practices
• Ensure attention to detail in all purchasing and inventory activities
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Job description

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process purchase orders based on inventory levels, sales demand, and forecast data
• Purchase materials using cost-effective and quality-focused purchasing practices
• Analyze pricing, supplier options, and product availability to support purchasing decisions
• Maintain accurate product costs and purchasing records
• Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning
• Identify and resolve potential material shortages, delays, or supply chain issues
• Maintain visibility on backorders and communicate updates to relevant teams
• Coordinate material movement and scheduling to support operational efficiency
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams
• Partner with sales, operations, inventory, and accounting teams to support business needs
• Assist with resolving supplier-related concerns, including invoices, shipments, and discrepancies
• Respond professionally to vendor and internal inquiries
• Review system transactions and reports to ensure inventory and purchasing accuracy
• Generate reports and provide purchasing data to leadership as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, inventory management, and operational efficiency
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and records
• Follow company policies, procedures, and ethical purchasing practices
• Ensure attention to detail in all purchasing and inventory activities
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• 0-2 years Buyer, Inventory, Supply Chain, Operations or related field experience preffered
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory, or supply chain operations
• Familiarity with ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or building materials industries
• Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) are a plus
• Primarily office-based work environment
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Frequent interaction with vendors, customers, and internal departments
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to occasionally work extended hours based on business needs
• The standard hours for this role are 7:00am-4:00pm Central