Field Buyer II General Admin

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Builders FirstSource, Inc., the largest supplier of building materials in the U.S., is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. The role involves driving negotiations for optimal pricing, managing supplier relationships, and implementing inventory strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field, along with five years of relevant experience. We offer competitive benefits, training, and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive negotiations for pricing and quality standards.
• Expedite orders to meet production and customer needs.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Material management knowledge

Market trend analysis

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Five years of related experience

Tools

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Purpose

Drives negotiations for optimal pricing and quality standards in the development of purchasing agreements. Expedites orders to meet production and customer needs. Maintains on-going relationships with suppliers by securing bids and placing purchase orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Purchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery date.
• Negotiates prices and terms with vendors/suppliers within budgetary limitations and scope of authority following company purchasing policies and procedures.
• Implements inventory control strategies as set forth by the company, including management of inventory turns and physical inventory requirements.
• Conducts competitive price comparisons by keeping abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise.
• Identifies overstock items and looks for ways to reduce quantities that are beneficial to the company.
• Negotiates settlements on rejected or defective items.
• Provides feedback on pricing of items based on established pricing strategies.
• Develops and maintains strategic vendor relationships through management of the overall strategy for sourcing materials to create a sustainable competitive advantage, increase ROIC, and ensure efficiency, sales, and profitability targets are met.
• Develops and establishes new and existing vendor relationships, both domestic and import.
• Develops category strategies and long-range sourcing plans for key categories that optimize value delivery from suppliers.
• Measures and reviews supplier performance and leads supplier continuous improvement programs ensuring suppliers meet quality requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Communicates market fluctuations and any related commodities problems.
• Provides functional advice to less experienced buyers when necessary.
• Prepares required information regarding purchasing impact on financial reporting and assist in financial statement preparation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Potential to supervise assigned team members and provides guidance to less-experienced buyers on their team.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
• Five (5) years of related experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of material management and procurement function
• Skill in analyzing market trends
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and technical skills to interpret data, analyze trends, and provide solutions
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program

Work Environment / Physical Activity

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is mainly in an office setting, but subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• Occasional travel by car or plane may be required.

In addition to the base wage listed, team members are also eligible to earn an additional incentive subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law. Eligibility and the amount of the incentive varies based on the terms and conditions of the location’s active incentive plan for the respective year.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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