Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc. Braddock , PA 15104
Posted 2 months ago
Job purpose
In this role, you will work with the Inventory Planning & Replenishment Manager to maintain the Residential and Commercial product lines. Primary function is to be responsible for purchasing, inventory management and coordination with branch locations and Vendors. The Buyer will work with their suppliers to procure goods and/or services and will be responsible for the requirements planning to material receipt process.
Based in the Braddock, PA branch
Periodic travel requirements within our multi-state footprint
Duties and responsibilities
Manage order quantities to optimize ordering cost, inventory turns, and volume discounts (overall ROI)
Source non typical items by branch request
Maintain stock status, analyze inventory, purchase quantities and forecast verse sales trends. Utilization of demand planning.
Manage vendors, database, and files: ensure suppliers maintain quality, acceptable service / deliveries, monitor returns and address pricing issues.
Establish cost savings within the product mix: identify excess inventory and assist with disposition
Communicate the authorized vendor(s) to the field staff
Analyze market trends and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and schedule replenishment orders accordingly
Receive and validate incoming requisitions
Prevent & reduce excess & obsolete inventory
Answer supplier and customer inquiries
Process data entry requests and conduct system inquiries
Enter supplier response details in system/Excel Reports
Adhere to company's procurement policies and procedures
Conduct audit and quality checks
Respond promptly to internal inquiries
Address and resolve any Invoice to Purchase Order variances
All other duties as required
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Sourcing, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related degree preferred
Preferred five years purchasing/sourcing experience in the distribution industry
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required
Strong skills in the areas of oral and written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills and problem resolution
Demonstrated ability to perform and adapt in a changing environment
Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter
Ability to be effective in a highly matrixed environment
Ability to effectively communicate with and influence multiple levels in the organization
"Our goal at Beacon is to cultivate an environment where all ideas are welcomed, and all our people feel empowered."
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.