Purchasing Specialist

Position Summary

The primary function of the Purchasing Specialist is responsible for managing all purchasing activities and processes for assigned vendors, from placing purchase orders, managing the supplier/vendor relationship, monitoring the purchased inventory, managing price changes and being aware of product developments in the building materials market. The ideal candidate should be experience in and have product knowledge for drywall, acoustical ceiling tile and grid and construction tools, construction safety items, finishes, drywall compounds, and accessories for the drywall industry.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Purchasing and receiving product from vendors Negotiating pricing, terms, conditions, and program details with vendors Billing all invoices to customers and managing sales report
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and control shrinkage
• Ability to use company computer system to enter orders Keeping accurate pricing and inventory records Developing and maintaining an understanding of market conditions impacting the building materials industry
• Develop product knowledge to order materials and assist customers with purchases Provide back up to front counter sales when necessary
• Develop and maintain relationship with vendors Monitors and responds appropriately to price changes
• Ability to make sound purchasing decisions based on knowledge & experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree emphasis in Business or Finance preferred
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of related work experience
• Strong Microsoft office skills Purchasing Team and experience in all aspects of the supplier/vendor relationship Core Competencies: Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 70% of the time. Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze financial information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

      

             

Job Location: National Structure - Tampa

      

3904 E. Adamo Drive Tampa, FL 33605

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

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All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

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Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.

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Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.