Buyer II

Weyerhaeuser; Easton (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job description

As a Buyer II, you will have replenishment coordinator with pricing administrator responsibilities as part of Weyerhaeuser’s Distribution Business. This is a full-time, non-exempt position supporting multiple locations across the central and Western US reporting to the Division Inventory Manager.

We will use the interview process to determine skill and hired level and the successful hire can be based out of one of our sites in the East (Atlanta, GA/ Jacksonville, FL/ Charlotte, NC/ Easton, PA/ Richmond, VA/ Denver, CO/ Dallas, TX/ San Antonio, TX/ Houston, TX). This role is not open to those who live in other states or countries.

Hybrid Work Schedule: 2 days at home vs. 3 days in office

Key Functions:

• Inventory replenishment and inventory management, which includes turns, dead stock, fill rates, forecasting, cycle counts and reconciliation.
• Conduct work that contributes directly to product line profitability (cost negotiation and cost avoidance).
• May support product training for the sales team and operations team.
• Lead the resolution of product claims, and coordinate with regional peers to effectively address shortages and overstock situations.
• Generate reports as required.
• Review orders for accuracy and work with suppliers to expedite purchases as needed.
• Maintain relationships internally and externally.
• Participate and lead in coordination and execution of product replenishment tactics between locations.
• Manage moderate complex product category with moderate range of materials and sales variability.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous education and improvement.
• Ability to influence key stakeholders.
• Manage supplier contracts, scheduling agreements and pricing.
• Other assignments as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5+ years of selling/purchasing management experience in Cedar product line
• Proven track record in inventory replenishment and inventory management, which includes turns, dead stock, fill rates, forecasting, cycle counts and reconciliation
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous education and improvement
• Conduct work that contributes directly to product line profitability (cost negotiation and cost avoidance)
• Manage a moderate complex product category with moderate range of materials and sales variability.
• Working knowledge of commercial terms and business laws
• Ability to research and source product/services and conduct value analysis by analyzing data and identifying options
• Committed to continuous improvement as both a supplier and customer
• Working understanding of materials management
• Proven strong business acumen and ability to obtain results
• Strategic implementation of processes, procedures, and best practices expertise
• Customer-oriented and focused (both internal and external)
• Effective problem-solving techniques and capability to analyze and recognize process efficiency opportunities
• Effective communication skills (oral, written and listening) and interpersonal skills required to interact and participate in a team environment
• Demonstrated skills in business writing, verbal communication, and analytical processes
• Committed to professional and ethical standards
• Proven credibility and integrity as a purchasing professional with both the customer and supplier community
• Proven ability to manipulate, calculate, analyze, and summarize data in MS Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher)
• Working knowledge of accounting functions that apply to purchasing.
• Leadership experience
• Exposure in Materials and Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and maintenance/operations planning
• SAP, ERP system knowledge
• Experience in analytical tools such as Pivot tables, Power BI, etc.
• Related experience in the forest products industry or manufacturing environment

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $63,000 - $111,000 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% to 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.