Buyer

BlueStar US; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global solutions-based distributor is seeking a Buyer to manage purchasing functions, place orders, and analyze inventory trends. Ideal candidates should have an interest in procurement and strong skills in data analysis using Excel. This role offers a promising entry-level opportunity for recent graduates or college students.

Qualifications

• Interest in a career in procurement and Supply Chain is vital.
• Relevant experience in procurement or Supply Chain management is a plus.
• Ability to analyze data quickly using Microsoft Excel.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Place replenishment purchase orders daily to maintain stock levels.
• Expedite purchase orders to ensure outstanding customer service.
• Analyze sales and inventory trends to grow the business.
• Understand sales processes and assist Sales in guiding customers to the right products.
• Rotate stock monthly to keep high-demand items available.

Skills

Interest in procurement and Supply Chain

Data analysis using Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work style

Education

B.S. in Business preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Overview

BlueStar is a leading global solutions-based distributor of Point-of-Sale, Bar-coding, data collection, radio frequency identification (RFID), and Wireless mobility products. BlueStar works exclusively with Value Added Reseller Partners, providing them with complete solutions at competitive prices. The company brings unequaled expertise to the market, offers award-winning technical support, and is an authorized service center for a growing number of manufacturers.

Summary Description

The Buyer\'s primary responsibility is to manage the Purchasing function with BlueStar\'s vendors, including placing purchase orders, expediting shipments, and executing stock returns. The Buyers are responsible for giving outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers to achieve our sales and profit goals.

Primary responsibilities

• Place replenishment purchase orders on a daily basis to maintain the desired level of stock for each item.
• Expedite purchase orders as necessary to insure outstanding customer service.
• Analyzing sales and inventory trends and take appropriate stocking positions to grow the business in a profitable manner.
• Understand the sales process and learn product features to assist the Sales team in helping our customer purchase the right product for their business.
• Stock rotate product on a monthly basis so that the most desired inventory is in stock and available for sale.

Skills & Requirements

• B.S. in Business preferred, but not required. (BlueStar is an excellent entry-level opportunity for recent college graduate, or soon to be college graduate.)
• Must have strong interest in a career in procurement and Supply Chain.
• Relevant experience working in procurement or Supply Chain management a plus; previous internships preferred.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel to analyze large amounts of data quickly; knowledge at the Intermediate level preferred.
• Must be able to work independently with good time management skills.
• Must be detail oriented with strong problem solving and organizational skills; excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.