Buyer
About the Role
Turtle is seeking a Buyer to primarily support our Fort Washington, PA location. The Buyer will be responsible for expediting open purchase orders, managing information related to open orders, problem solving, managing returns, invoice management, purchasing goods within their assigned vendors, and delivering best‑in‑class customer service.
What You’ll Do
- Source and place purchase orders.
- Manage information within the ERP system concerning back‑orders, expected ship dates, etc.
- Proactively communicate with the sales team regarding open orders and back‑order dates.
- Assist buyers with assigned current projects.
- Procure assigned items as required.
- Support inventory management process.
Who We Are Looking For
- High School Diploma required.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Self‑starter with ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Prior experience in distribution preferred; electrical purchasing a plus.
- Understanding of procurement in a distribution environment a plus.
- Willingness to learn.
What We Offer
- Competitive benefits package.
- 401(k) plan.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid holidays.
- Vacation time.
- Employee‑negotiated discounts.
Who We Are
Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth‑generation, family‑owned, and three‑generation women‑owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast, providing engineering and procurement services for power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects. The Turtle Integrated division offers on‑site MRO procurement, cost‑saving, and spend analytics across the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.