Buyer II

Responsibilities

• Align with Regional Procurement Manager in the execution of procurement strategies for Carbon Steel, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel.
• Take lead in the demand planning process at the branch level for bundled standard items, contracted business, and day-to-day transactional procurement activities.
• Coordinate with sales group on contractual business and corresponding inventory levels; provide supplier pricing and lead-time.
• Align with Regional Procurement Manager to deploy metal supply chain practices within the branch and drive improvements, specifically inventory efficiency.
• Take ownership for the inventory performance in the branch.
• Provide Procurement and Supply Chain guidance to the Sales team.
• Maintain all open purchase orders to ensure accuracy and expected delivery dates are kept current.
• Ensure procurement practices at the local/plant organizations are consistent with enterprise-wide procurement practices in terms of execution and processes.
• Review and ensure inventory replenishment commitments are consistent with business needs, sales forecasts, and inventory targets in collaboration with the Regional Procurement Manager.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including cost savings, purchase price variance, and on-time delivery; present findings with supporting analysis to the Regional Procurement Manager.
• Create, issue, and file all purchase orders in a timely fashion.
• Develop and recommend new procedures and approaches to safety and loss prevention based on reports of incidents, accidents, and other data gathered.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Data-driven with strong analytical skills; able to generate a wide range of reports and process data that forms the basis for solid decision-making.
• Understands supply chain concepts as related to inventory management and risk mitigation.
• Strong understanding of forecasting and replenishment concepts as part of a supply chain organization, either directly or indirectly.
• A proponent of change who can introduce modern procurement concepts and influence people.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Good organization and time management skills, as well as the ability to meet deadlines.
• Multi-commodity experience in Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, and/or Aluminum is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience required.
• 3+ years of purchasing, supply chain planning, materials, and/or commodity management experience.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Proficiency in using procurement software, ERP systems, and other digital tools for procurement processes and data management.

Physical Demands

The role primarily involves office-based work and does not entail significant physical demands beyond typical office activities. Monthly travel to supported branches is required, with additional travel as needed.

Work Environment

The work environment is predominantly indoors, within an office setting. The Buyer interacts with colleagues, suppliers, and other stakeholders.