Commodity Buyer - Wire, Conduit & Pipe (Growth Role)

Park Supply Company; Florence (KY); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

PTO

Zusammenfassung

Wiseway Supply is seeking a Commodity Buyer in Florence, KY to secure wire, conduit and pipe for 12 branches across Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. You will monitor markets, negotiate costs and supplier terms, and balance inventory to protect margins and service levels.

The role requires 3+ years of purchasing experience, knowledge of electrical/plumbing commodities, and strong analytical skills with Excel and ERP systems. Based in Florence, KY, travel to branches is expected as needed.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of purchasing, buying or procurement experience, ideally with commodity products in wholesale distribution, manufacturing or construction supply.
• Knowledge of electrical and/or plumbing commodities and the markets that drive their prices.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with numbers, Excel and an ERP or inventory management system.

Aufgaben

• Keep the branches supplied. Ensure every branch has the right amount of electrical wire and cable, conduit and plumbing pipe to serve contractor and end-user customers.
• Negotiate the best cost. Use strong negotiating skills to get competitive pricing from manufacturers, mills and suppliers.
• Negotiate supplier terms and conditions, including payment terms, freight, rebates, price protection, minimums and return policies.
• Watch the market. Track copper, steel and resin markets, plus supplier price changes and lead times, and time purchases to protect margin and stay competitive.
• Balance inventory and service. Work with branch managers, inside and outside sales, and operations to forecast demand, avoid stockouts and limit excess or aged inventory.
• Support big projects and quotes. Work with sales on job-specific and large-quantity pricing to win and keep contractor business.
• Manage supplier relationships. Hold suppliers accountable for performance, fill rates and delivery.
• Report and analyze data. Track purchasing KPIs such as cost savings, inventory turns, fill rate and gross margin contribution, and look for ways to improve.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Excel

ERP system

Inventory management

Negotiation

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Wiseway Supply is seeking a Commodity Buyer in Florence, KY to secure wire, conduit and pipe for 12 branches across Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. You will monitor markets, negotiate costs and supplier terms, and balance inventory to protect margins and service levels.

The role requires 3+ years of purchasing experience, knowledge of electrical/plumbing commodities, and strong analytical skills with Excel and ERP systems. Based in Florence, KY, travel to branches is expected as needed.