Buyer

The Par Group; Village of Lynbrook (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The PAR Group, a fourth-generation family-owned plumbing, heating, and HVAC provider in New York, is seeking a Buyer in Lynbrook, NY. This role focuses on obtaining favorable pricing, coordinating with suppliers, and placing purchase orders to support fixture package projects.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, experience in inside sales or plumbing distribution, strong English communication, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Experience in inside sales and plumbing distribution is highly desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Self-starter with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; ability to multitask.
• Experience in construction/mechanical trades is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Send out quote requests from multiple vendors to price each job.
• Analyze bid leveling and negotiate with vendors for best pricing.
• Place purchase orders and process change orders.
• Coordinate with other departments to execute change orders.
• Maintain purchasing data in system databases.
• Source new vendors to expand logistics options.
• Meet with vendors to maintain relationships and terms.
• Coordinate material delivery and resolve QA issues and discrepancies.
• Set up material delivery and maintain daily schedules.
• Assist accounting with resolving payable discrepancies.

Skills

Inside sales

Plumbing distribution

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

OVERVIEW

Job Title: Buyer

Reports to: VP of Supply Chain

Department: Purchasing

Direct Reports: None

Location: Lynbrook, NY

FLSA Category: Non-Exempt

Compensation/Salary: D.O.E.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Send out quote requests from multiple vendors to price each job for fixture package purchases.
• Analyze bid leveling and negotiate with vendors to reach buy pricing.
• Place purchase orders with vendors; buy change orders.
• Coordinating with other departments to execute change orders; sourcing materials as needed.
• Maintain information and communication in system databases for purchasing.
• Specify and obtain submittals for alternate items when needed.
• Search out new vendors to expand our logistics and supply chain options.
• Meet with vendors to maintain relationships and obtain desirable terms and arrangements.
• Coordinate material in the field; trouble shooting deliveries, address any and all QA issues and material count discrepancies.
• Set up delivery of material as requested; maintain daily delivery schedule
• Help accounting resolve payable discrepancies; invoice verification

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a Highschool Diploma
• Experience in inside sales and plumbing distribution is highly desired
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Must be a self-starter, pay attention to detail, and utilize effective organizational skills including the ability to multitask and complete tasks quickly and efficiently
• Intermediate in Microsoft Excel (i.e. sorting, filtering, pivot tables etc.), Microsoft Outlook, and the internet
• Must be able to display effective problem solving techniques and have the ability to remain calm in a high-volume and demanding environment
• Mathematically literate ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute various rates, ratios, and percentages
• Relevant construction/mechanical and/or trade experience is desired but not required

ABOUT US

The PAR Group, a fourth-generation, privately owned and operated company since 1928, is New York's preeminent provider of plumbing, heating & air conditioning, fire protection and green solution services. The company is dedicated to preserving and building its distinguished reputation for professionalism and reliability. Over the years the company has played a vital role in New York City's construction industry.