Buyer

Reliance Worldwide Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Worldwide Corporation in Dallas seeks a Buyer to manage procurement of materials, coordinate with domestic and international suppliers, and ensure on-time deliveries while maintaining cost targets.

The role requires SAP-based planning, PO management, and active involvement in S&OP processes, with strong Excel data analysis skills and attention to detail. This position is based in a Distribution Center in Dallas, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in supply chain, business admin, operations management, or related field.
• At least 2 years' purchasing and inventory planning experience with supplier communication, PO management, and material planning.
• Demonstrated SAP expertise preferred.
• Advanced Excel proficiency for data analysis and reporting.
• Exceptional communication skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute procurement of raw materials, components, and finished goods from domestic and international suppliers and subcontractors per MRP/demand requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries.
• Monitor and actively manage open purchase orders to optimize inventory in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in monthly Sales & Operations Planning processes.
• Coordinate with Quality to review supplier performance for quality and delivery.
• Support Strategic Sourcing in RFQs and cost-saving initiatives.
• Report product availability issues to stakeholders including sales and operations.
• Update SAP planning data to reflect future requirements.
• Complete special projects as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Excel

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

The Buyer position is a crucial role within our Supply Chain group. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, the ability to balance short-term priorities, and exceptional information analysis capabilities. Key objectives include implementing purchasing procedures and operations to meet quality standards and volume requirements for purchased products and components, all while staying within budgeted costs. Additionally, the Buyer will achieve targeted customer service levels and manage inventory levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute procurement of raw materials, components, and finished goods from domestic and international suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with MRP/ Demand requirements
• Build and maintain strong working relationships and communication with vendors to ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries
• Monitor and actively manage open purchase orders to optimize inventory levels in a fast-paced business environment
• Participate in and contribute to the monthly Sales & Operations Planning process
• Coordinate with Quality to review and improve supplier performance for quality and delivery on regular cadence
• Support Strategic Sourcing Team in RFQs and cost saving initiatives
• Proactively report product availability issues to key stakeholders including sales, customer service, and operations
• Revise essential system planning data to ensure our SAP effectively plans future requirements
• Complete special projects and assignments as requested

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education & Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline is preferred
• Must have at least 2 years of purchasing and inventory planning experience, including supplier communication, purchase order management, and material planning.
• Demonstrated expertise in SAP is preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Exceptional communication skills
• Superior organizational and time management abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail

Working Conditions

This position will be based in a Distribution Center in Dallas, TX.

Physical Demands

Job requires both sitting and standing. Excellent vision, hearing, speech and motor skills are required to perform essential functions of the job.