Buyer II- Stores

## Buyer II
- Stores Apply locations:
Plymouth, MN 55441time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R002972
* Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!
** Make your mark at the world’s largest HVAC company
* Daikin Applied is seeking a
** Buyer II** **– Stores
** who is responsible for purchasing and distributing materials, equipment and supplies in accordance with company guidelines in order to satisfy inventory requirements while meeting costing, quality and on-time delivery objectives and measures.
Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
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* Location:

** Plymouth, MN, Hybrid
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* What you will do:

*** Ensures that company standard procedures are followed in connection with purchases of material and services
* Analyze demand patterns, sales trends, and inventory levels across stores to effectively replenish stock and minimize stockouts and excess inventory
* Actively manage inventory across locations, including transfers, rebalancing, and resolution of shortages impacting customer orders
* Follows up and maintains current and accurate database information, vendor lead times, open purchases, commitments and shortages
* Updates and maintains inventory maintenance within the software system to assist in decision making
* Partner with store teams, customer service, and operations to prioritize urgent needs and resolve product availability issues
* Address supplier quality issues, monitor vendor performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and strengthen supplier relationships
* Support high-impact or critical items by expediting orders, identifying alternate sourcing, and ensuring rapid resolution of supply disruptions
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* What’s in it for you:

*** The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
* The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Administrative, Business, Liberal Arts or Social Sciences
* 2-4 years of experience as a buyer/purchasing
* Advanced user of Excel Pivot Tables, Microsoft Suite
* Experience working in MRP, ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced high volume environment
* Ability to respond with urgency to resolve supply issues and support internal stakeholders
* Travel to stores for store inventory- 2-3 times a year with potential to do more
* Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** HVAC Industry knowledge a plus
** Benefits:
*** Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
* Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
* 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
* Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
* Short term and long-term disability
* 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
* Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
* Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
* Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

The typical hourly rate for this position ranges from **$25.72 - $42.44 an hour in MN**.  The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.  #LI-AW1#LI-hybrid

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!
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