Commodity Buyer - Cranbury, NJ

There's a Place for You at Cooper Electric Supply, LLC. A career at Cooper Electric Supply, LLC is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the northeast and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe. Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career. Responsibilities Manage assigned commodity buy lines, including sourcing, issuing purchase orders, and executing day‑to‑day vendor communications. Maintain strong working relationships with partner vendors to ensure competitive pricing, dependable supply, and timely issue resolution. Monitor inventory levels and open purchase orders to support product availability, demand forecasting, and replenishment processes. Actively manage and resolve back orders, shortages, and delivery delays in coordination with vendors, logistics, and internal teams. Review and resolve billing discrepancies, invoice mismatches, pricing issues, and work cross‑functionally with accounting teams as needed. Participate in vendor performance reviews and support quality, delivery, and cost improvement initiatives. Assist with product transitions, line reviews, and sourcing initiatives, including cost‑saving projects and supplier evaluations. Qualifications Strong Excel and analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and pricing data with high attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel proficiency required). Strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Physical Requirements and Work Environment This job is performed primarily in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Location Cranbury, NJ Schedule Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Compensation $55,000 - $60,000 based on experience Benefits Healthcare plans Dental & vision Paid time off Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement savings with company match Professional and personal development programs Opportunity to become a shareholder Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability Employer‑paid life insurance for spouse and dependents Robust wellness program Gym reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonepar USA Inc