Motion Automation Intelligence- Buyer

Genuine Parts Company • Eden Prairie, MN

3d • $68,125 - $88,549

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Buyer prepares purchase orders, analyzes quotations needed, and arranges timely deliveries of assigned items, supplies, materials and/or services. This position plans assortments, negotiates with suppliers, and works collaboratively with different teams across the company.

Requirements

• Typically requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Personable, well organized, detail-oriented and thorough.
• Strong math skills.
• Ability to function well within a team and yet be self-motivated required.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Fast and accurate computer related skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of industrial supplies is a plus

Responsibilities

• Procures products from a predefined list of suppliers.
• Reviews inventory recommendations as well as product needed to fill customer orders.
• Reviews inventory parameters regularly and makes appropriate changes.
• Updates committed stock requirements, requests new items be set-up, reviews overstock and makes vendor returns.
• Keeps up-to-date with the manufacturers they are assigned to be aware of current pricing, quotes, new products, promotions, etc.
• Resolves shipping discrepancies and invoice mismatches as required.
• Develops and maintains a strong working relationship with all suppliers and the manufacturer reps of assigned lines.
• Provides global services in support of the purchasing department as a whole, business unit (department) and branch as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED