Buyer - Mobile Hydraulics Industrial Distribution
Savage, MN 55378
SunSource – Corporate Functions /
Corporate Functions /
On-site
We are currently looking for a Buyer to join the procurement team and learn purchasing and inventory control within our Mobile Hydraulic business unit located in Savage, MN.
Essential Functions:
- Assist in the execution of procurement processes to maximize customer on-time delivery while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
- Regularly maintain Trend inventory master and warehouse records
- Communicate to suppliers and execute supply chain management per SunSource “Best Practices” and buyer expectations document.
- Process supplier returns/credits for defective, obsolete, and excess materials where appropriate.
- Proactively manage excess and obsolete material in a team environment
- Serve as conduit for communication between SunSource and Supplier.
- Schedule and organize cadence/escalation meetings as needed.
- Engage in instructor/self-guided training to obtain/refresh skills.
- All other duties as assigned by manager.
Experience, Education and Skills:
- High School Diploma is required. Associated degree or better is preferred.
- 1+ years' experience working in procurement / inventory control as a buyer or similar position.
- Experience working within an industrial distribution or manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Experience with supply chain principles within distribution is preferred.
- Knowledge of products and components in hydraulic / fluid power / off-highway mobile equipment is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously.
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to operate typical equipment found in an office environment including computers and phones.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office fluency including Excel and Outlook.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to learn complex processes quickly.
- Physical Requirements – Work involves sitting most of the workday or more than 50% of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally. Must be able to use PPE as required.
