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We are Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You’ll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels.

 

PURPOSE

 

Drives negotiations for optimal pricing and quality standards in the development of purchasing agreements. Expedites orders to meet production and customer needs. Maintains on-going relationships with suppliers by securing bids and placing purchase orders.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Purchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery date.
• Negotiates prices and terms with vendors/suppliers within budgetary limitations and scope of authority following company purchasing policies and procedures.
• Implements inventory control strategies as set forth by the company, including management of inventory turns and physical inventory requirements.
• Conducts competitive price comparisons by keeping abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise.
• Identifies overstock items and looks for ways to reduce quantities that are beneficial to the company.
• Negotiates settlements on rejected or defective items.
• Provides feedback on pricing of items based on established pricing strategies.
• Develops and maintains strategic vendor relationships through management of the overall strategy for sourcing materials to create a sustainable competitive advantage, increase ROIC, and ensure efficiency, sales, and profitability targets are met.
• Develops and establishes new and existing vendor relationships, both domestic and import.
• Develops category strategies and long-range sourcing plans for key categories that optimize value delivery from suppliers.
• Measures and reviews supplier performance and leads supplier continuous improvement programs ensuring suppliers meet quality requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Communicates market fluctuations and any related commodities problems.
• Provides functional advice to less experienced buyers when necessary.
• Prepares required information regarding purchasing impact on financial reporting and assist in financial statement preparation.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Potential to supervisor assigned team members and provides guidance to less-experienced buyers on their team.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

 

Five (5) years of related experience

 

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

 

COMPETENCIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of material management and procurement function
• Skill in analyzing market trends
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and technical skills to interpret data, analyze trends, and provide solutions
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a enterprise resource planning (ERP) program

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Work is mainly in an office setting, but subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• Occasional travel by car or plane may be required.

 

Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority. We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies. Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day. You’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons. The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore – all in a friendly, people-first environment. Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. 

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