Buyer - Galloup

About The Kendall Group The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group?

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years.

At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role

Summary:

Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, the Buyer is responsible for the procurement of merchandise for distribution following company procedures and practices. It will require a blend of skills and experience focused on procurement and inventory control of thousands of SKU’s at Galloup branches. The Buyer will set and define proper inventory levels and ensure reasonable turns based on sales. Buyer must possess a sound knowledge of procurement procedures and technical knowledge of the items purchased.

Exciting work you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Buyer position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

Assemble requisitions, purchase orders, and special orders from all order sources and confer with departments regarding requirements, specifications, quantity and quality of merchandise, and delivery requirements; recommend substitutes where a savings in cost or improved delivery will result

Use computer data to record, edit, and control the purchasing process

Maintain relationships with vendors; locate vendors, determine vendor capabilities, obtain quotations, and perform comparative analysis of quotations; interview vendors and their representatives and maintain close contact by correspondence, telephone, and other means

Assist with negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers

Update computer database with price information; provide pricing, sourcing, and application information to internal and external customers

Serve in an advisory capacity to assist in obtaining proper specifications, quotations, delivery terms, and costs

Handle credit adjustments with vendors involving replacement of materials not conforming to purchase specifications, return of surplus material, and cancellation of orders; ensure that appropriate credit is received

Review inventory turns and surplus; find creative ways to turn slow and non-moving inventory

Research ERP processes and find efficiency gains

Support and back up the purchasing department

Perform part number description review and clean up; buy package review and mass updates

Undergo in-depth ERP training; create reports in the ERP system and be a resource for others

Other duties as assigned

Competencies you possess:

Customer Focus Results, Action Oriented Accountability and Responsibility Teamwork and collaboration

Problem Solving Strategic Ability Negotiating Self -starter, self-motivation

What you’ll need:

Work Experience:

2 years’ distribution or customer service experience

Education:

High school diploma or GED Analytics/Computer

Skills:

Ability to use standard office equipment, proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel; strong analytical skills; understanding of inventory calculations, forecasting, and modeling

Organization

Skills:

Excellent communication and negotiation skills; highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed; ability to work in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment; ability to prioritize, document processes, and track progress

Cross-functional skills:
Self-motivated; strong phone presence and listening skills

Communication

Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to…