Supply Chain Purchasing Specialist II - POSB

Summary The Purchasing Specialist II is responsible for maintaining levels of inventory for assigned supplier line(s) consistent with the business plan that maximize sales, inventory turns and return on inventory. Essential Job Duties Process assigned supplier(s) hardware, software and subscription/license purchases, orders and returns Update Estimated Time of Arrival (ETAs) in SAP on all outstanding purchase orders Manage open orders to ensure timely shipment and invoicing Resolve supplier receipt discrepancies and related parked/blocked invoices with business partners Lead and execute stock rotations Manage slow‑moving, obsolete, end‑of‑life, and alternative inventory Monitor sales pipeline, working directly with the Supplier Business Manager Monitor sales, gross profit and return on inventory performance to goal Maintain relationships with supplier partner(s) Maintain an accessible and responsive relationship with ScanSource sales teams Other duties as assigned Regular attendance is an essential function of this position Reporting Relationships Direct supervision is given by Manager, Supply Chain – Purchasing No direct reports Daily contact with supplier representatives, sales reps and ScanSource management Occasional presentations to supplier and ScanSource senior management Required High School/GED Organizational skills Computer skills (MS Office) Preferred Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of relevant experience (technology or distribution) SAP experience Negotiation skills Physical Requirements Ability to sit at a computer terminal for long periods of time Ability to be physically present at workstation during normal business hours Ability to travel up to 10 percent of the time Ability to lift 10 pounds Compensation Base range: $40,000 – $48,000; total compensation range: $50,000 – $60,000. Actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on a number of variables, including work experience, education and skill achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer. For non‑sales roles and sales roles with a variable component, total compensation reflects both a base salary and variable targets. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching provision. Outside of CA, ScanSource grants 128 hours of paid time off (PTO) each calendar year (prorated for date of hire). In the state of CA, employees accrue a set number of hours each pay period equaling the same 128 hours of PTO. ScanSource also celebrates 10 paid company holidays. Equal Opportunity Statement ScanSource, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F #J-18808-Ljbffr ScanSource