Regional Buyer

PVS enables our world through the safe and reliable delivery of chemistry, either created by us or sourced through trusted partners. The products and services that we provide touch everyone in some unique way. We are passionate about the work we do and abide by our guiding principles, The Nicholson Nine, to be a safe and sustainable chemical provider the world trusts.

With a career at PVS, you'll play a vital role in the daily lives of millions of people.

Department: Procurement

Reporting Line: Branch Manager – eventually to Procurement Operations Manager (under Director of Procurement)

Location: Branch-based (Buffalo)

Serve as the primary procurement lead for the assigned branch, driving transactional buying, inventory management, and customer success. Act as a strategic business partner to the Branch Manager, Sales Manager, and Warehouse Operations, ensuring procurement activities support local business outcomes while aligning with enterprise-wide procurement strategy.

• Execute daily purchasing activities for assigned branch, including into-stock and direct buys
• Manage local inventory levels to meet customer demand and minimize excess or obsolete stock
• Collaborate with Branch Manager and Sales Manager to forecast demand and align procurement with customer needs
• Resolve branch-level procurement issues, including supplier delays, shortages, and urgent requests
• Coordinate with warehouse operations to ensure timely delivery and inventory accuracy
• Support supplier performance tracking and feedback in collaboration with Category Managers
• Participate in cross-regional procurement initiatives and share best practices
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and ensure compliance with procurement policies
• Monitor and report on PO cycle times, cost variances, and inventory KPIs

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in procurement, inventory management, or operations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., M3/Sage) and procurement tools
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced branch environment

• Experience in chemicals, industrial commodities, or distribution
• Knowledge of customer service principles and warehouse operations
• Certifications such as APICS CPIM, CSCP, or Six Sigma

• Branch satisfaction with procurement support
• Inventory accuracy and turnover
• PO cycle time and responsiveness
• Cost savings and avoidance at the branch level
• Issue resolution rate and timeliness

• Place and manage purchase orders within assigned budget
• Resolve branch-level procurement and inventory issues
• Recommend local supplier adjustments or escalations to Category Managers
• Branch Manager and Sales Manager
• Warehouse and Operations Teams
• Category Managers and Admin Staff
• Procurement Operations Manager and other Regional Buyers

Branch-based role with daily interaction across sales, operations, and procurement. Occasional travel to supplier sites or other branches for collaboration. Fast-paced, customer-facing, and operationally integrated setting.

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Matching

PVS values diversity and is committed to upholding the laws and regulations published by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. As an equal opportunity employer, PVS makes all employment-related decisions based upon qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Applicants must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Salary: Dependent on experience; $70,000 - $82,000

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