Job Description
Senior Buyer
Location: US Remote
Hours/Week: Full Time Exempt
Salary: $70,000-$75,000 per year DOE
JOB SUMMARY:
Are you interested in joining a Company built for auto enthusiasts by auto enthusiasts? Bring your experience and desire to be part of a fast-growing hard-working team to APG. The Senior Buyer role involves a combination of inventory management, procurement, and customer service responsibilities. The Senior Buyer will have an analytical mind with critical thinking skills who understands forecasting, inventory management and sales. A successful Senior Buyer will understand the need to collaborate with their team and other departments to achieve success.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inventory Management: Utilize computers and software to track and organize inventory. This includes inputting and updating stock levels, product details, and other essential information.
ERP and Accounting Software: Operate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to manage inventory data, process orders, and integrate purchasing processes with accounting functions.
Word Processing: Utilize word processing software to create reports, purchase orders, and communication with vendors or other stakeholders.
Price Negotiation: Engage in discussions with suppliers to negotiate favorable prices for the merchandise, ensuring cost-effectiveness for the company.
Discount Terms: Negotiate discount terms based on purchasing volume or other factors to reduce costs.
Transportation Arrangements: Organize the logistics of delivery, including negotiating shipping terms, timelines, and costs with suppliers to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery.
Sales and Warehouse Coordination: Work closely with sales teams, warehouse personnel, and management to gather insights on customer needs, preferences, and inventory levels.
Customer Demand Forecasting: Ensure that inventory aligns with customer demand by consulting with relevant teams and adjusting orders based on sales forecasts or shifts in demand.
Customer Preferences: Confer with internal teams, such as sales and customer service, to better understand customer preferences and market trends. This enables you to make informed purchasing decisions that cater to customer demand and improve sales.
Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and logistics effectively.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems and accounting software.
Communication Skills: Strong collaboration and communication with internal teams and external vendors to streamline purchasing processes.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education High School Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years related experience or a combination of 5-7 years' work-related education and experience
Bachelor's Degree in related field or 3+ years related work experience (preferred)
Strong Buyer/Supply Chain Management knowledge (preferred)
Experience / Qualifications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Process oriented with excellent organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail with focus on accuracy; process driven
Intermediate to advanced proficiency using MS Office suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet navigation, and instant messaging
Experience with MAS 500 or another ERP software preferred.
Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and logistics effectively.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems and accounting software.
Communication Skills: Strong collaboration and communication with internal teams and external vendors to streamline purchasing processes.
We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including: Medical, dental, and health insurance
401k with company match & immediate vesting
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Short term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance and more!
Aftermarket Performance Group (APG) is a fast-growing leader in the automotive enthusiast industry. The company is divided into two divisions - Truck and Off-road and Automotive. The Truck and Off-road division focus on the wholesale distribution and direct-to-consumer segments within diesel performance (Premier Performance Products, Truck Tech), Jeep and Off-road (Northridge4x4), Off-road Truck (Stage 3 Motorsports, TrailRecon, PRL Motorsports, Adams Driveshaft), and Manufacturing/Proprietary Brands (Grimm Off-road). The Automotive division includes Wholesale (Launch Distribution), compact performance (RallySport Direct, SubiSpeed, FTSpeed, Alligator Performance) and Manufacturing/Proprietary Brands.
Candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, and a drug test where applicable, for safety-related positions upon hire (please note, not all charges disqualify you from employment). If this is an accounting position you need to add in pass a credit check / or if it is for a driving position you need to add in MVR check
APG is an equal opportunity employer. This job description is subject to change without notice. This description is intended to explain the general nature and level of work being performed by people Aftermarket Performance Group
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