Buyer
Core
Procure materials for resale and manage inventory controls for a construction wholesale profit centre.
Role type
Buyer (Procurement & Inventory Control)
Builds
Vendor purchase orders, inventory replenishment, and order fulfillment for construction products.
Domain
Construction wholesale distribution
Required skills
Vendor negotiation, inventory analysis, sales data analysis, market trend analysis, order expediting, system file maintenance, rebate program management, product mix optimization, shortage resolution, order cancellation
Preferred skills
Wholesale industry experience, M3 ERP system knowledge, product line familiarity
Responsibilities
Negotiate vendor pricing and terms, analyze projected sales to create purchase orders, monitor vendor shipments and receipts, resolve inventory discrepancies, maintain market intelligence on pricing and conditions, communicate with account managers regarding special requests, collaborate on product shortages, ensure order fulfillment compliance.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior