AZ - Regional Buyer - Industrial Distribution - Tempe, AZ or Burbank, CA

Ryan Herco Flow Solutions, a SunSource company, is a leading distributor of fluid control systems, fluid filtration systems, fluid handling products, micro-electronics, and general industrial supply. We sell to a broad base of customers in industries such as electronic component and equipment manufacturers, chemical manufacturers, water & waste treatment, metal finishing, pollution control and life sciences companies. www.rhfs.com

Ryan Herco offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay, a floating holiday, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) with Company match. Our greatest benefit is the opportunity for career advancement! We promote from within and value employees who contribute to our company’s growth.

Basic Function: To oversee and purchase products and materials cost effectively for the branches within the region, while maintaining a balance of inventory in relation to sales.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties: ·        Purchases and controls inventory of all products for Branch Office. ·        Checks stock and replenishes as needed. ·        Continually monitors (non-moving) items. ·        Accounts for and reacts quickly to all backorders and transfers while maintaining minimal lead time. ·        Reviews ROR (Recommended Order Reports) and makes decisions on orders and quantities. ·        Line Buy Maintenance follow-up weekly. ·        Continually follows strategic inventory plan, watching for trends. ·        Scrutinizes transfers and purchase order variances. ·        Reconciles Accounts Payable and Purchase Order reports, checking for accuracy. ·        Negotiates pricing and maintains relationships with vendors. ·        Continually utilizes sourcing techniques to obtain better pricing, material, etc. ·        Performs purchase order acknowledgement, follow-up and expediting duties, as necessary ·        Continually maintains relationship with Sales Department. ·        All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: ·        3-5 years Purchasing experience or college degree in Supply Chain Management with internship ·        Product/plastics industry knowledge a plus ·        Experience on computerized purchasing system ·        Extremely detail oriented and organized ·        Strong negotiating expertise ·        Excellent communication to include vendors & inside staff (Warehouse, Sales and Management) ·        Ability to prioritize and make decisions ·        Strong interpersonal skills ·        College degree preferred; some college/AA Degree required

Required Skills: ·        Strong math aptitude ·        Microsoft Office suit experience computer skills

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