Buyer​/Planner - Beds & Bodies

Buyer/Planner - Beds & Bodies

Premier Truck Rental (PTR) is a family‑owned company headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, that provides customized commercial fleet rentals nationwide. We serve construction, utilities, infrastructure, and other industries by delivering high‑quality ready‑to‑work trucks and trailers tailored to each customer’s needs.

Location
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Onsite in Fort Wayne, IN

Compensation
:
Competitive base salary with quarterly profit‑sharing after one year of employment.

• Own the Beds & Bodies category: identify, evaluate, and manage supplier partners capable of manufacturing and delivering high‑quality flatbeds and service bodies; negotiate contracts, lead times, and pricing.
• Track inventory levels and demand signals; proactively decide when to initiate, cancel, transfer, or dispose of inventory to maintain optimal stock.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct monthly evaluations; resolve disputes and maintain high quality and service standards.
• Identify and implement cost‑saving opportunities through negotiation, process improvement, or alternative sourcing.
• Stay current with industry trends, market conditions, and competitive pricing; conduct market research to identify new suppliers, materials, or innovations.
• Collaborate with Fleet, Operations, Finance, IT, Sales, and Marketing to understand procurement needs and develop purchase plans.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including process maps, work instructions, and decision trees.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and ethical standards; maintain accurate purchase records.

• 3+ years of experience as a Buyer, Planner, or Procurement Specialist within Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and build/maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, terminology, and practices.
• Experience setting/managing an inventory stocking strategy across a multi‑location supply chain network.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% (vendor sites, trade shows).
• Proficiency with procurement, fleet management, or ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (lookups, sumifs, countifs, pivot tables, data analysis) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in fleet rental, upfitting, or manufacturing industries.

• On‑site Cross Fit‑style gym with a full‑time personal trainer.
• Employee swag, uniform/boot allowance, and on‑site micro‑markets.
• Discounts on phone plans, supplier vehicles, mobile detailing, tools, and equipment.
• Premium healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, mental health & virtual care).
• 401(k) matching and long‑term financial planning.
• Paid time off.
• Life, accidental death, and disability coverage.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We use Predictive Index assessment tools to support employee development and engagement throughout the employee lifecycle.

• PTR Field Days & Team Events.
• Extra Mile Recognition Program.
• PTR Text Alerts & open communication.

Premier Truck Rental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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