Strategic Building Materials Purchaser

Cowtown Materials, Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Paid holidays

Professional growth

Training programs

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage all purchasing activities, vendor relations, and inventory control for building materials.

You will place orders, negotiate terms, and monitor price changes while maintaining accurate pricing and records. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of related experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally onsite to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–5 years related work experience.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience in supplier/vendor relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing and receiving product from vendors; negotiating pricing and terms.
• Maintain inventory levels and control shrinkage.
• Enter orders in company system and keep pricing/inventory records.
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers and back-up front counter sales.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors; monitor price changes.
• Make sound purchasing decisions based on knowledge and experience.

Skills

Vendor relations

Negotiation

Inventory control

Microsoft Office

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP system

Job description

SRS Distribution Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage all purchasing activities, vendor relations, and inventory control for building materials.

You will place orders, negotiate terms, and monitor price changes while maintaining accurate pricing and records. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of related experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally onsite to meet deadlines.