Job Description
Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market
The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day
At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons
PURPOSE Drives negotiations for optimal pricing and quality standards in the development of purchasing agreements
Expedites orders to meet production and customer needs
Maintains on-going relationships with suppliers by securing bids and placing purchase orders
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
Purchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery date
Negotiates prices and terms with vendors/suppliers within budgetary limitations and scope of authority following company purchasing policies and procedures
Implements inventory control strategies as set forth by the company, including management of inventory turns and physical inventory
Conducts competitive price comparisons by keeping abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
Identifies overstock items and looks for ways to reduce quantities that are beneficial to the company
Negotiates settlements on rejected or defective items
Provides feedback on pricing of items based on established pricing strategies
Develops and maintains strategic vendor relationships through management of the overall strategy for sourcing materials to create a sustainable competitive advantage, increase ROIC, and ensure efficiency, sales, and profitability targets are met
Develops and establishes new and existing vendor relationships, both domestic and import
Develops category strategies and long-range sourcing plans for key categories that optimize value delivery from suppliers
Measures and reviews supplier performance and leads supplier continuous improvement programs ensuring suppliers meet quality
and applicable regulatory
Communicates market fluctuations and any related commodities problems
Provides functional advice to less experienced buyers when necessary
Prepares required information regarding purchasing impact on financial reporting and assist in financial statement preparation
Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY
Potential to supervisor assigned team members and provides guidance to less-experienced buyers on their team
MINIMUM
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
The
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field Five (5) years of related experience Or equivalent combination of education and experience COMPETENCIES Comprehensive knowledge of material management and procurement function Skill in analyzing market trends Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and technical skills to interpret data, analyze trends, and provide solutions Strong negotiation skills Strong organizational and time management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a enterprise resource planning (ERP) program WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Work is mainly in an office setting, but subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds
Occasional travel by car or plane may be required
At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected
Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day
Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day
In addition to the base wage listed, team members are also eligible to earn an additional incentive subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law
Eligibility and the amount of the incentive varies based on the terms and conditions of the locations’ active incentive plan for the respective year
At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable
designed to make life better for you and the people you love
Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives
To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com
Builders FirstSource is an
/Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: [email protected]
Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening
Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.