Lumber and Millwork Buyer

Ganahl Lumber; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ganahl Lumber, the oldest lumberyard and hardware supplier in California, seeks a seasoned buyer to join our purchasing team in Anaheim. You will oversee sourcing, pricing, inventory management and marketing for molding, hardwood lumber and finish lumber.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in lumber purchasing, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems. This is a management-level role within a sales-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in lumber purchasing or equivalent experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and use of ERP or purchasing software system.
• Proven record of setting goals and achieving results.
• Commitment to a sales driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and Procurement - Evaluate, utilize and manage suppliers that will profitably support our programs.
• Inventory Management - Manage stock levels that allow for high fill rates, strong metrics and provide optimum buying volume.
• Market Analysis - Expert in market trends with respect to product category responsibility.
• Pricing - Establish and maintain pricing strategy that optimizes gross profit and competitive selling price.
• Marketing - Manage advertising and promotions related to product categories.

Skills

Five+ years lumber purchasing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Tools

ERP/purchasing software

MS Office Suite

Job description

We have an opportunity for a seasoned buyer to join our purchasing team. Primary product lines include molding, hardwood lumber and finish lumber. This is a management level position that oversees all facets of these product lines. Responsibilities include:

• Sourcing and Procurement - Evaluate, utilize and manage suppliers that will profitably support our programs.
• Inventory Management - Manage stock levels that allow for high fill rates, strong metrics and provide optimum buying volume.
• Market Analysis - Expert in market trends with respect to product category responsibility.
• Pricing - Establish and maintain pricing strategy that optimizes gross profit and competitive selling price.
• Marketing - Manage advertising and promotions related to product categories.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five + years in lumber purchasing or equivalent experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and use of ERP or purchasing software system.
• Proven record of setting goals and achieving results
• Commitment to a sales driven culture

GET TO KNOW US

Ganahl Lumber Company is the oldest lumberyard and hardware supply store in California. Since 1884, we have been a family- and employee-owned business providing building supplies and hardware for pro contractors and DIY enthusiasts alike. Our products include lumber, tools, paint, building materials, millwork, doors, and windows. With 11 convenient store locations, we serve customers throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Additionally, Ganahl Lumber Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. All active employees must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position and that, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Your employment with Ganahl Lumber Company is at will. Nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way, the at-will employment status of the Ganahl Lumber Company employees.