Purchasing Specialist

Opening available in Appleton, WI; Columbus, OH; or Romeoville, IL.

About the role

At FCX Performance, a subsidiary of Applied Industrial Technologies, the Buyer Specialist role has an immediate impact on our customers, company performance, and personal earnings. In this role, you will purchase products and materials, update and manage inventory and stock levels, build relationships with suppliers, and negotiate for the best price, quantities, and delivery timescales.

Responsibilities

• Maintain system costs and inventory levels using Epicor Prophet 21 (P21)
• Investigate and resolve warehouse and invoicing discrepancies
• Work closely with accounting to resolve issues
• Update system pricing based on vendor price sheets
• Review and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing reports
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, delays, and product availability
• Obtain quotes from vendors/suppliers
• Provide timely updates to the Sales team regarding supplier communications and customer order status
• Perform system cleanup and maintenance of part numbers, supplier records, and related purchasing data to ensure accuracy
• Support purchasing operations to ensure product availability and data integrity

Requirements

• Previous purchasing or procurement experience preferred
• Attention to detail: accurate data entry skills, basic math & reading skills
• Beginner to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability and desire to quickly learn new processes and systems
• Experience with high volume in distribution or manufacturing environments
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy
• Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 (P21) is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay and 401K
• Insurance and time off
• Employee assistance programs
• Career paths in sales, operations, or management nationwide
• Professional development and training
• Work/life balance
• Recognition for individual contributors with fresh ideas and passion for excellence