Buyer

Action Industries Inc; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Industries Inc, located in Strongsville, Ohio, is seeking a dynamic Buyer to assist with procurement processes, including contract management and order preparation. You will work within a framework of core values emphasizing collaboration and customer-focus.

Your role will involve evaluating supplier performance, negotiating contract terms, and maintaining inventory levels. We prefer candidates with at least 3-5 years of experience in procurement, ideally with a Supply Chain degree, alongside strong organizational and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a buyer or procurement role.
• Basic understanding of inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Perform purchasing process according to assigned commodity methods.
• Place, confirm and track orders while following up on late orders.
• Manage contracts with vendors and negotiate terms.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Supply Chain degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Action Industries, manufacturer and distributor of garage door parts is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Buyer.

Our purpose is simple: We Keep Doors Moving.

Our team lives the J.U.I.C.E. values: Jacked, Uplifting, Innovative, Customer-Focused, and Energetic.

Summary

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for assisting with the procurement process, including contract management, contract negotiation and preparation of purchase orders. You will also be responsible for ensuring that our commitments to customers are met.

Responsibilities

• Perform purchasing process according to commodity methods assigned (visual tools, SAP, Etc); maintain inventory levels.
• Place, confirm and track orders, follow-up on late orders.
• Obtain quotes for purchase of non-standard items.
• Managing and maintaining contracts with vendors.
• Update and maintain supplier data in SAP.
• Administer contracts, control costs, and ensure on-time delivery in accordance with program requirements.
• Negotiating and drafting contract terms and conditions.
• Ensuring compliance with all related laws and regulations.
• Analyzing and evaluating supplier performance.
• Managing daily, monthly and quarterly reports.
• Developing and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Coordinating with other departments.
• Create and execute Purchase Orders.
• Manage quality, design and payment to vendors.
• Monitor special promotions to assure appropriate inventory levels.
• Monitor customer specific stock items to look for changes in purchasing patterns. Follow up with the procurement team and sales with data.
• Process accounts payable, reconciling invoices with purchase order.
• Identify inventory discrepancies and communicate with appropriate personnel.
• Prepare various daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Be mindful of landed costs and utilize department policies by actively controlling freight costs by our strategic plan.
• Assist with market analysis to determine supplier sources and product availability; keep abreast of market fluctuations and advise appropriate staff.
• Work as a team to review stock levels, history, vendor performance and discuss and recommend changes to the procurement team.
• Work as a cross functional team to emulate the Core Values within our daily work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in buyer or procurement role.
• Supply Chain degree preferred, or a few years of experience in lieu of a degree.

Core Competencies

• Organizational skills; ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Build positive, collaborative relationships.
• Communicate clearly and professionally.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of inventory control.
• Interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships both internally and externally.
• Analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate with vendors.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite of products including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with an ERP system, (SAP preferred).
• Proactive attitude towards work, teamwork, and cooperation.