BuyerPosition Outline
You will work closely with the Purchasing and Sales teams on a range of projects, focusing on inventory management, profitability analysis and reporting. You will manage the relationship with vendors to forecast needs, ensure adequate stock, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
Primary Responsibilities
- Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors
- Evaluate supplier options according to prices, quality etc. and determine the best choices
- Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for our company
- Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase
- Monitor stock levels and make plans for buying within budget
- Maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote fair dealing
Desired Qualifications
- 2-5 years of experience in purchasing or a related field
- 4 year BA/BS strongly preferred
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Proficient in MS Excel, (including vlookups and pivot tables)
- Ability to work independently and as a team to balance multiple projects and prioritize accordingly
- Strong analytical skills
- Experience with marine supplies a plus
Jamestown Distributors LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Buyer 2Position Outline
You will work closely with the Purchasing and Sales teams on a range of projects, focusing on inventory management, profitability analysis and reporting. You will manage the relationship with vendors to forecast needs, ensure adequate stock, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote fair dealing
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with marine supplies a plus
Jamestown Distributors LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer