Buyer / Purchasing Agent Job at Superior Products Distributors, Inc.

Superior Products Distributors, Inc. Milldale, CT 06467

Buyer / Purchasing Agent
Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000/yr.

We need your help! We are a growing company that is well-established and we are looking for someone to help us with our Purchasing and Buying efforts.

What does a day in the life of our Buyer / Purchasing Agent look like?
Glad you asked! You will be responsible for making sure inventory levels are set correctly and for accurately tracking all of your P.O.'s. You will shift inventory when needed (we have several locations) and you will work with other members of the team to perform spot checks. You'll also attend meetings with vendors to discuss product lines. You'll be busy, but you are never alone- you'll work with other buyers and get some great training too. This role is for our EQ&S & CMU Divisions.

The Purchaser/Buyer will be responsible for managing Concrete, Masonry, Equipment and Supply products within the company; including but not limited to purchasing, supporting inside and outside sales, and managing proper inventory. You will work closely with inside sales, outside sales, accounts payable and the purchasing department. You will be responsible for, standardizing inventory, sourcing new suppliers, new product, establish relationships with vendors and negotiating pricing. This role has some great opportunities for advancement from within.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop product lines to grow sales within the divisions of the company
  • Review inventory levels for product availability and communicate with the buyers
  • Determine product pricing based on market research, product cost and anticipate demand
  • Assist to improve profit margins by vendor price negotiations, smarter purchasing, better vendor opportunities and develop purchasing strategies.
  • Assess competition by comparing product
  • Price job quotes from our Estimating department
  • Work with the vendors to maintain current price sheets
  • Work with Product Data manager to maintain and update pricing regularly
  • Manage products with expiration dates

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • AS or BS Degree in Business Management or related field preferred
  • Experience in construction products preferred
  • Experience with inventory management, vendor relations
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Outstanding organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently

As a full-time employee, you can expect competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, life and disability insurance; 401K with company match, and paid time off for vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and volunteer emergency services (Fire).
Superior Products Distributors, Inc and the Superior Network of Companies are Southern New England's largest independently family-owned group of closely integrated companies, dedicated to providing the construction market with a vast selection of diversified equipment rentals and sales, construction materials, specialized services, and people with the expertise needed to get the job done quickly and efficiently for over 50 Years.

Superior is an Equal Opportunity Employer –Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year




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