Buyer

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 ongoing 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 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 an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY 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. To view all our benefit offerings click here 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. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email: View email address on click.appcast.io. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening. #J-18808-Ljbffr