Procurement Associate: Launch Your Buying Career

Vallen Distribution; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with discretionary companymatch

Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance

Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term

Disability Benefits

Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Discounts

Advancement opportunities

We accept applications on an ongoing

Job summary

Vallen seeks a Buyer to join its procurement team in Orlando. You will purchase products and materials that meet price, quality, timing, and reliability standards for distribution centers and vendors.

Responsibilities include reviewing forecasts, placing requisitions, monitoring supplier performance, negotiating returns, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 1+ years in procurement; CPM preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of experience in procurement.
• CPM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform procurement to meet current and anticipated demand in line with purchasing strategies.
• Review inventory forecasts and replenishment recommendations; place requisitions and vendor orders.
• Monitor quality and timeliness; coordinate returns for damaged items.
• Negotiate vendor returns and liquidation; follow up on orders and communicate status.
• Maintain supplier relationships and resolve payables issues.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

MS Office

Verbal and written communication

Self-starter / independent work

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance or related field

Tools

GAINS ERP experience

Inventory management software

Job description

Vallen seeks a Buyer to join its procurement team in Orlando. You will purchase products and materials that meet price, quality, timing, and reliability standards for distribution centers and vendors.

Responsibilities include reviewing forecasts, placing requisitions, monitoring supplier performance, negotiating returns, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 1+ years in procurement; CPM preferred.