Regional Buyer - Industrial Distribution - 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 re...