Field Buyer I General Administrative

Spenard Builders Supply Job Opportunity

Spenard Builders Supply is Alaska's choice for building materials and home improvements. Statewide, we service the needs of a variety of customers including residential and commercial builders, specialty contractors, government and other institutions, and especially do-it-yourselfers. Check out our latest building products, events, manufacturing services or find an SBS near you. Today, Spenard Builders Supply is owned by Builders FirstSource, the largest supplier of building products, prefabricated components, and value-added services to the residential construction market in the U.S. We provide customers an integrated homebuilding solution, offering manufacturing, supply, delivery and installation for a full range of structural and related building products.

Position Summary

Procures assigned products, materials, and services for the market, locations, inventory plan and networking capital objectives. Troubleshoots procurement issues and expedites orders to meet production and customer needs. Responsible for allocation and replenishment processes using inventory planning tools to determine quantities when needed. Able to maintain strong vendor, supplier, and location relationships.

What You'll Do

• Purchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors and suppliers to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery time.
• Assists in the evaluation of goods and services by analyzing competitor pricing strategies, researching trends and tracking orders.
• Ensures all products are received in condition consistent with original request or bid and resolves issues concerning materials and/or services at the department and vendor level.
• Coordinates returns and/or replacement of products and generates appropriate paperwork for inventory tracking and accounting purposes.
• Addresses customer service concerns from suppliers, field operations, and cross-functional departments.
• Assists operations with sourcing specialty items, freight/carrier information, order status, and timely processing of orders.
• Maintains department files including those pertaining to vendors, bids, quotes, and other correspondence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• One (1) year purchasing experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

What You Can Bring to the Team

• Knowledge of material management and procurement function
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate general understanding of inventory planning tools, ERP purchase to pay requirements, supply chain inventory planning concepts, inventory rebalancing to meet company inventory plans, and net working capital objectives
• Skill in establishing and maintain effective working relationships
• Good negotiating skills
• Ability to compose effective and efficient accounting reports
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP System, and inventory planning tools

Work Environment / Physical Activity

• Subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• Occasional travel by car or plane may be required.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.