Buyer

Are you searching for a fresh, new job opportunity? Look no further! Advantage xPO is here to match the right people with the right career opportunity! We have a temp-to-hire opportunity with Vallen Distribution in New Ulm, MN. Join the growing team as a Buyer where you will work alongside a team of professionals. We are excited for you to start your journey with Vallen Distribution and Advantage xPO.

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 4:30 PM (with overtime when needed)

Pay: $26 per hour (increase in pay once converted to full-time)

Requirements | Previous buyer experience + MRO purchasing experience is a plus + SAP experience + Computer skills + Steel-toe or composite shoes

Buyer Job Description

Position Summary:

Responsible for purchasing products, goods, and materials (both stock and non-stock) that align with the organization's standards for price, quality, delivery timing, and supply reliability. The Buyer supports procurement operations for Vallen distribution centers, warehouses, assigned clients, and/or vendors, ensuring seamless supply chain management and inventory optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute procurement activities to fulfill current and forecasted demand for products and materials, by Vallen's purchasing strategies and supply chain objectives.
• Review, analyze, and approve inventory forecasts and daily replenishment recommendations generated by the GAINS application to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Evaluate existing purchase orders to determine the need for expediting or de-expediting to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Generate and process purchase requisitions and vendor purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Monitor and ensure the quality control and on-time delivery of received products and materials; manage the return process for damaged or defective goods.
• Negotiate and coordinate vendor returns for obsolete, expired, or excess inventory; assist in inventory liquidation efforts as necessary.
• Track and follow up on purchase order status with suppliers to guarantee timely delivery and provide regular updates to internal teams and external customers.
• Communicate effectively with vendors to resolve issues related to product quality, delivery delays, or order discrepancies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal/external stakeholders to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Investigate and resolve accounts payable discrepancies and nonconformance issues with suppliers to ensure accurate financial reconciliation.

Staffmark Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short-term disability
• 401k plans
• Weekly pay is available every Friday
• Employee discount programs
• Referral bonus potential

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