Replenishment Buyer
Portland, OR, United States
** Johnstone Supply Tigard**
** Replenishment Buyer**
Tigard, OR 97224
***Team Atmosphere * Work-Life Balance * Growth * Competitive Pay!***
***Johnstone Supply*** is a nationally-recognized and locally-owned HVAC/R wholesale distribution company providing opportunities in the Northwest for over 60 years. Our vision is to become our customers preferred wholesaler by exceeding expectations through quality service, added value and caring employees.
**CURRENT OPPORTUNITY: Replenishment Buyer - Tigard, OR**
In this purchasing role, most of the replenishment purchases are done through a distribution center managed by our Co-op. As a result, there is very little vendor price negotiations done by our buyers. Reviewing and monitoring our inventory supply and demand levels to support our ongoing sales is a large part of this position. If you have buying experience working in a purchasing department for a wholesaler, we would like to speak with you. **Apply Today!**
The replenishment buyer is responsible for purchasing and inventory functions to include the creation of daily purchase orders, and weekly warehouse transfers. Assists sales with lead-time questions and expedite purchase orders. Maintains inventory ordering controls in an ERP system and performs other inventory maintenance projects as required.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
* Analyzes replenishment reports and produces vendor purchase orders.
* Examines and processes warehouse transfers.
* Reviews needs analysis daily to replenish critical items.
* Monitors and maintains inventory ordering controls by reviewing forecasts, monthly reports and vendor lead-time reports.
* Monitors price changes and special buy opportunities.
* Reviews and processes pre-season and tradeshow orders as required.
* Performs manual inventory adjustments including scrapping of product.
* Makes recommendations on slow moving items.
* Assists all departments and branches with inventory related issues.
* Works well as a team player.
* Follows all company Policy/Store standards.
* Communicates and coordinates with sales, customer service and operations to assist with customer needs.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
* At least two years experience in a replenishment buyer role.
**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:**
* Intermediate MS Office Skills (Excel, Outlook, Word).
* Proficient in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages.
* Excellent organizational, documentation and follow-up skills.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy, fast paced environment
* Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, requesting clarification when needed.
* A positive approach and willingness to learn coupled with the ability to work in a team environment.
**BENEFITS:**
* Paid Vacation / Holidays / Sick Leave
* Medical Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Company paid Life Insurance / Long-Term Disability Insurance
* Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
* Health Savings Account with company contribution
* Colonial Voluntary Insurance products
* 401(k) Plan with generous company match
* Discount Purchase Program for Employees
* Discounted Wireless Phone Options
*****TO JOIN OUR TEAM - APPLY TODAY!*****
*This position is subject to background check and drug screen*
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