Purchaser

HD Fowler Company is seeking a full-time Purchaser. This is an in-branch position with a preference given to candidates located in or willing to relocate to the following Washington branches: Olympia, Spokane, or Vancouver. You will be responsible for high quality procurement and inventory management for specific product lines. This position is responsible for building and maintaining vendor relations within your lines, communicating with inventory stakeholders, and following inventory management best practices to ensure fulfillment levels are kept high while minimizing costs.What you will do:Manage a purchasing line consisting of several product lines, vendor groups, and vendors.Follow a regular buying schedule and generate purchase orders to meet customer demand.Analyze historical demand to determine appropriate stocking levels.Set stocking levels and communicate with vendors to ensure supplies are kept at optimal levels to serve customer needs while minimizing spending.Develop effective relationships with vendors and resolve vendor problems with a rapid response time.Analyze reports to identify pricing errors, stocking issues, overstock, safety stock levels and other potential inconsistencies and errors.Continually learn about existing and new products within your lines to assist in forecasting and understanding of seasonal demand.Monitor the market conditions that influence margins and learn how to leverage them for the ideal outcome.Work to resolve issues related to inventory at risk of loss such as excess inventory, unwanted non-stocks, dead inventory, and aging of date sensitive products.What we are looking for:An understanding of purchasing, inventory control, vendor negotiation, and general procurement skills through prior experience or formal education.Demonstrated experience using technological tools and programs to facilitate using data analytics to inform decisions and evaluate options.Recognized personal skills that have fostered a culture of high trust and accountability and an ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with a diverse group.Proven ability to balance the spectrum of task work with strategic and influential process work using time management skills and attention to detail.A track record of natural curiosity, interest in new challenges, and an eagerness to learn and solve problems.A communication style that is accessible and approachable enabling collaborative problem solving with all stakeholders.Written and oral communication that is timely, professional, organized, and effective.Ability to work overtime when necessary and/or required.Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, data analytics, or similar preferredAPICS, CPSM, or similar certification preferredIntermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office suite to include Outlook, Teams, Excel, and WordFamiliarity with the Purchaser menus in Digger and StockIQ preferredWhat's in it for you:Pay Range DOE: Starting at $31.00 up to $37.00 per hourWorking Hours Primarily Monday - Friday between 7AM-5PM8 Paid HolidaysCompetitive Medical, Dental & Vision BenefitsFlex Spending Programs for health and dependent care$100k Group Life and AD&D Insurance - Premiums paid by the Company!Generous Paid Time Off Accrual starting at 120 Hours per year (plus 10 hours at 90 days!)Generous Discretionary Bonuses and Retirement Profit SharingTraditional 401(k) & Roth with up to 5% company matchGym membership reimbursement up to $50 per monthSafety boots & work pants reimbursement up to $550 per year (based on position).Access to wide variety of training and skills programsSafe and engaging work environmentWho we are:HD Fowler has been in business for over 100 years and is the single best distributor of water and wastewater solutions in the Northwest. Our company culture values and encourages your initiative, exceptional customer service and willingness to learn and contribute to the greater good of the company. Our opportunities for growth are everywhere and many employees are promoted from within. We look forward to connecting with you.HD Fowler is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment. We respect and embrace the unique backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristics.We promote a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on results of drug screening.No recruiting agencies, please.Company Websitehttp://www.hdfowler.com/