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Purchasing Manager - Distributor/Wholesaler

Full time | BEST Human Capital & Advisory Group | United States

Posted On 12/04/2023

Job Description

Are you interested in playing a major role in continuing the development and growth of a leading distributor of lawn and garden products? Do you have a passion for merchandising, sales, and purchasing and a demonstrated ability to put together and manage a winning buying team? Do supervisors, peers, direct reports, and vendors tout your abilities, vision, leadership, and results? Do you have the ability to see the big picture and apply your skillsets and experience to make a difference? Are you ready to partner with a strong team forging both the growth of your career and the evolution of the company? If being an important part of a successful business excites you, this career opportunity may be exactly what you're looking for!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a privately held company, BWI has over 60 years of successful sales growth and profitability. As an integral part of the BWI sales team, you will be growing with the industry leader in the wholesale distribution of lawn & garden products, as well as leading and managing the activities of the purchasing department from their headquarters in Nash, Texas.

JOB STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: BWI – Nash TX

Work Schedule: M-F 8-5

Travel Required: 10 %

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Hires and manages corporate purchasing staff, including inventory and direct-to-customer purchases.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for products and acceptable substitutions.
• Assesses current inventory availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Manages inventory levels to leadership directives utilizing available resources in conjunction with Business Directors.
• Manages aged inventory levels, including obsolete inventory.
• Establishing and maintaining measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities including but not limited to supplier performance, internal order processes, buyer performance, financial (AP) performance, and possible product elimination.
• Report to Business Directors on the measurable status of progress and corrective actions as it pertains to supplier performance.
• Trains and assists in the preparation and processing of purchase orders and requisitions for inventory items.
• Drafts, explains and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and pricing management in conjunction with Business Directors.
• Reviews purchasing processes, making necessary improvements for future success.
• Participate in the training process of sales personnel on department processes.
• Assists in resolving grievances with vendors and suppliers.
• Maintains and/or implements purchasing and record-keeping systems.
• Assists with Business Directors as needed in negotiations with vendors and suppliers.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Sales.

Requirements

BEST Requirements (Skills & Abilities) to be considered for this role:

• EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a 4-year College or technical school REQUIRED.

• EXPERIENCE: Three to seven years related purchasing experience REQUIRED; multi-location purchasing experience a plus.

BEST Competencies to be considered for this role:

• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Competitiveness - Willingness to strive to get ahead or to finish projects.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Change Management – Ability to identify processes needing improvement and to recommend improvements. Skill to encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.
• Decision-Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures, prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
• Problem Solving – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Self-Confident - The trait of being comfortable in making decisions for oneself.
• Relationship Building - Ability to build relationships with co-workers effectively and vendors.
• Goal-Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Communication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Confidentiality - The highly sensitive nature of work and information this person manages.
• Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues. Thorough understanding of inventory distributed by company.

Stand: F (Frequently) - Requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

Walk: F (Frequently) - Requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

Sit: C (Constantly) - Requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

Handling/Fingering: O (Occasionally) - Requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)

Lifting Under 21 lbs.: O (Occasionally) - Requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)

Key benefits for all Full-Time BWI employees include a 401(k)-retirement plan with generous company match, excellent health, dental & vision care plan options, flexible spending account and health savings account options, life & disability insurance, two to four weeks paid vacation, 8 paid company holidays and a generous scholarship fund for dependents.

Please apply for this position if you have requisite experience leading the purchasing activities of a multi-location distribution, wholesale or retail organization and this career role fits your career objectives.

All inquiries are confidentially protected and appreciated.

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