Strategic Purchasing Analyst

Dobbs Truck Group; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Job summary

Dobbs Truck Group in Memphis, TN, seeks a Purchasing Analyst to support the Central Purchasing Manager by analyzing data, generating reports, and building tools that enable centralized purchasing and efficient distribution across the dealership network.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree, has at least two years of purchasing experience, and is proficient with Excel and ERP systems; prior heavy-duty truck industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree related to the role is required.
• 2 years purchasing experience required.
• Heavy-duty truck experience is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree related to the role is a plus.
• Experience with Dealer Management Systems/ERPs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with Central Purchasing personnel to assist in demand analysis.
• Create reporting and analysis tools to support centralized purchasing and distribution.
• Create and execute distribution plans for the dealership branch network.
• Assist in order tracking and expediting to ensure continuity in supply.
• Collaborate with Central Purchasing personnel to develop proactive management tools and reporting to identify/track potential supply problems.
• Analyze and report supplier performance for primary suppliers.
• Support ad hoc reporting and special project.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organization

Communication skills

Vendor management

Independent work

Education

Associate Degree related to the role

Bachelor’s Degree related to the role

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Dealer Management Systems/ERPs

Job description

Dobbs Truck Group in Memphis, TN, seeks a Purchasing Analyst to support the Central Purchasing Manager by analyzing data, generating reports, and building tools that enable centralized purchasing and efficient distribution across the dealership network.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree, has at least two years of purchasing experience, and is proficient with Excel and ERP systems; prior heavy-duty truck industry experience is a plus.