Purchasing Agent (Senior)

Company: Riverhead Building Supply Corp.
Location: Calverton
Posted on: February 21, 2021

Job Description:

Location: US-NY-CalvertonCategory PurchasingEmp. Status: Full Time - RegularFLSA: Non-ExemptUnion Status: Non UnionOverviewBuild your career at Riverhead Building Supply - Build Smarter. Build Better.We are a Large Corporate Industry Leader in Building Supplies Employing over 700 Friendly People on Long Island, Connecticut and Rhode IslandAt RBS, you will have:

• Amazing people to work with
• Work/life balance with company-hosted family events
• A quality company to feel proud about
• Rewarding careers with supportive management
• Participation in philanthropic activities in the community
• A culture of kindness and respect
• Professional Development - On-site & virtual training
• Management that knows your name-you matter!
• Stability from our long history of success and growth
• Superior benefits including 401K, Med/Dent/Rx, LTD, more
• The opportunity to grow your career and move up the ladder!Want to know more? Click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sr-rNiw-RNs&feature=youtu.beWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer that respects the worth and diginity of each individual. ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include building relationships directly with Western Red Cedar mills, hardwood producers, and regional distribution partners and coordinates activities involved with procuring all wood and cedar products. This is accomplished by reviewing requisitions, managing inventory levels, conducting research, and negotiating with vendors to obtain product or service information such as; price, availability, and delivery schedule. This professional examines items to ensure they meet the needs of our customers and aggressively seeks to improve existing vendor programs. Must understand quality and grading rules of many wood species. Develop and maintain a buying strategy that meets the changing and growing needs of our company. Communicates availability, price changes, understand competitive market pricing across multiple regions. Advises on future market conditions. Attention to detail and a focus on expediting delivery of goods to yards and customers is essential. QualificationsMust have 5+ years industry experience, be organized, good math, communication and computer skills, and knowledge of excel. PI130282659

Keywords: Riverhead Building Supply Corp., New Haven , Purchasing Agent (Senior), Sales , Calverton, Connecticut