Commodity Buyer jobs in Pittsfield, MA

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Buyer
  • Ed Herrington Inc
  • Hillsdale, NY FULL_TIME
  • Ed Herrington Lumber is a six-location full-service lumber company looking for a lumber and building materials (LBM) buyer.

    The LBM buyer ensures that our vendors are providing the best combination of quality, service and price to our stores and customers.

    The LBM buyer determines the best products to fulfill customer needs and demands; works closely with current and prospective vendors and develops and maintains a strong working relationship with them.

    This position is accountable for profitability in the product lines that are managed. Effective communication with the sales team and other store locations are essential for the success of this position.

    This is a non-exempt position.

    Location : Hillsdale, NY (In-Person Position)

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

    3 years previous purchasing experience in the building materials industry

    College education a plus

    Experience in vendor negotiation

    Experience in analysis and forecasting

    Understanding of the buying cycles associated with the building materials industry

    Ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities

    Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

    Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Work and Excel

    Occasional overnight travel

    Responsibilities of the Position :

    Purchasing :

    Negotiate with vendors and make recommendations to the Purchasing Manager based on the following negotiated criteria :

    Volume Rebates

    Cash Discounts and Payment Terms

    Growth Incentives

    Buyback Programs

    Merchandising and PK training

    Co-o Advertising Dollars and marketing events

    Locates products that fit our customers needs and presents them to management

    Develops and implements programs to increase margin dollars by product line

    Forecasts material requirements by analyzing trends and needs to establish stocking levels for each location

    Manage product lines with focus on Lean continuous improvements processes

    Ensures that vendors are providing quality products, competitive pricing and service to our stores and customers.

    Product Management :

    Oversees assigned product groups; plans exit strategy for discontinued items and the vendor returns of slow selling products

    Reviews sales, turns, margins and gross profit dollars on products purchased

    Store Support :

    Ensures that stores are receiving updated information on products including the availability, vendor information and POS information

    Communicates product updates and changes with the locations

    Works closely with the merchandising manager and the marketing department to initiate specials and promotions.

    Assists stores with product issues including shipments, quality, and defective materials by communication with the store and vendor

    EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

    3 years previous purchasing experience in the building materials industry

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    This is largely a sedentary role with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; however, while performing the duties of this job the employee will need to frequently communicate with others and must be able to exchange accurate information;

    The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock while working around electrically powered office equipment.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    OTHER

    Detail oriented individual with excellent follow through and communication skills.

    The strong ability to multi-task.

    Is resourceful and able to successfully navigate through complex situations.

    Ability to interact with all staff levels through to and including senior management.

    Benefits Provided : Medical Insurance

    Medical Insurance

    Vision Insurance

    Dental Insurance

    Disability Insurance

    Life Insurance

    Employer-matching 401(k) Plan

    Last updated : 2024-03-05

  • 21 Days Ago

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Lumber Building Material Buyer
  • Ed Herrington Inc.
  • Hillsdale, NY FULL_TIME
  • Ed Herrington Lumber is a six-location full-service lumber company looking for a lumber and building materials (LBM) buyer. The LBM buyer ensures that our vendors are providing the best combination of...
  • 19 Days Ago

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School Recruitment & Talent Management Staff
  • GetSelected.com
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • Free job-searching + PD for educators. Find a school you love! Position Description School Recruitment/HR/Talent Managem...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL-A Truck Driver - Avg. $70,000/Yr - Great Benefits + 401(k) Match
  • U.s. Xpress
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • U.S. Xpress is Now Hiring Dedicated CDL-A Truck Drivers! Multiple Routes Available! Get Seated Fast! Why Drive U.S. Xpre...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Postal Clerk - No Experience Required
  • The Postal Service
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • POSTAL CLERK NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED PAID TRAINING PROVIDED JOB SECURITY The Postal Service is the largest government rel...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Postal Mail Processor
  • The Postal Service
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • POSTAL CLERK NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED PAID TRAINING PROVIDED JOB SECURITY The Postal Service is the largest government rel...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL-A Flatbed Driver - No Experience Required - Earn Up to $1600/Week
  • Western Express
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • Western Express is Now Hiring CDL-A Flatbed Drivers! Top Earners Make Over $100K Yearly NO Experience Required - Guarant...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Experienced CDL-A Reefer Driver - Earn Up to 65 CPM + Benefits
  • J&R Schugel - CDL-A Reefer Driver
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • J&R Schugel is Now Hiring CDL-A OTR Reefer Drivers Earn Up To 65 CPM - $1,000 Transition Bonus! J&R Schugel is looking f...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Entry Level Class A CDL Truck Driver - HIRING IMMEDIATELY NO EXPERIENCE!
  • Western Express
  • PITTSFIELD, MA
  • HAVE YOUR CDL-A? SPEAK WITH A SEATING SPECIALIST TODAY! (888) 343-2768 Why wait to earn more? Western Express has immedi...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Class A CDL Truck Driver LEASE PURCHASE - Take Home $1,500+ weekly!
  • Western Express
  • PITTSFIELD, MA
  • HAVE YOUR CDL-A? SPEAK WITH A SEATING SPECIALIST TODAY! (888) 404-0913 Have you ever dreamed of owning your truck and be...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pittsfield is located at 42°27′N 73°15′W / 42.450°N 73.250°W / 42.450; -73.250 (42.4522, -73.2515). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.5 square miles (110.0 km2), of which 40.5 square miles (104.8 km2) is land and 2.0 square miles (5.2 km2), or 4.70%, is water. Pittsfield is bordered by Lanesborough to the north, Dalton to the east, Washington to the southeast, Lenox to the south, Richmond to the southwest, and Hancock to the west. Pittsfield is located 48 miles (77 km) northwest of Springfield, 135 miles (217 km) west of Boston, and 39 miles (63 k...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Commodity Buyer jobs
$57,741 to $79,241
Pittsfield, Massachusetts area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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