Buyer

Position Summary

Through organization and teamwork, the Buyer position will support both our internal and external customers. Successful candidates will have keen attention to detail, enjoy working with others and display a sense of urgency.  This position will work closely and report to the Purchasing Manager.  The Purchasing Buyer role will support the Purchasing department with various related departmental tasks such as but not limited to; issuing purchase orders for internal and external use items, contacting and negotiating with vendors, developing vendor relationships, tracking shipments to customers, process orders for invoicing, and make changes on sales orders and other related customer service duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Issue Purchase Orders (PO) to Vendors.
• Follow-up on PO’s issued to vendors: current status, lead time, and retrieve tracking information.
• Make changes on sales orders, as directed from sales representatives.
• Push out ship by dates in CRM when orders are delayed and make internal notes.
• Receive/Post/Invoice PO’s when tracking information is retrieved.
• Coordinate will calls/pick-ups with the vendor and internal employees.
• Keep a close eye on the Buyouts Box for priorities, will call orders/deliveries and informs purchasing agents.
• Procure direct and indirect materials and maintains reorder points for production and ancillary services.
• Review orders for completeness, accuracy and compliance with existing policies and procedures and ensure all purchasing procedures and guidelines are followed.
• Demonstrate a continual effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively with other departments to provide a quality and seamless operation.
• Obtain information from individuals; communicate with supervisors and peers.
• Organize, plan and prioritize work.
• Maintain records, reports, or files.
• Answer customer calls and emails in a professional manner.
• Occasionally collect data on material customers want to sell us. Occasionally Issue bids for purchase for customers and Asset recovery specialists in the field.
• Set up freight shipping for POs as needed.
• Process material returns to vendors (RTV) and ensure credits are issued.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated advanced communication and analytical skills along with organizational skills and great attention to detail; intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with an ERP system.   
• Proficiency to learn new systems and processes and be able to work effectively with team members from all levels of the organization are required.
• Proficiency with inventory management software / ERP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated external focus – customer service driven.
• Proficient in making decisions and solving problems.
• Organizing, planning and prioritizing work.
• Strong leadership skills including the capability to drive improvement and challenge the status quo.
• Positive attitude, well organized and attention to detail a must.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in related field and a minimum 5 years of experience or a mix of education and experience.

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade!

Our Mission

RESA Power is the industry leader in electrical life extension products and services with many locations across the United States and Canada. We are experts in servicing major power distribution and control markets and have one of the largest inventories of obsolete and hard-to-find components in the industry. ~ Service is our product

Core Cultural Competencies

• We do it right
• We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
• You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
• You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
• You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
• You are on time and preplan time off.
• You produce a quality product.
• We are customer driven
• Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
• You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
• You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and follow instructions from management.
• We focus on growth
• We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
• You understand and apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
• You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
• You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).
• We solve problems
• Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
• You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
• You perform work assignments independently.
• You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.
• We get it done
• We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
• You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
• You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
• You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
• You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).
• We build strong relationships
• Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family.  We collaborate with each other and our customers.
• You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
• You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.

Additional Information

Job: Full-Time

Location: Cerritos, CA

Travel: Up to 0% travel. 

Relocation: Relocation assistance not available.

Compensation: $25-$27/ Hourly 

Benefits: Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, anniversary bonuses, Employee Ownership Plan, matching 401k, and paid time off. 

Application Details: The position will stay open until filled - seeking one FTE. Apply via job postings on job boards or from the company website. 

Physical Demands: Lifting a maximum of 50lbs on a daily, crawling, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and working in non-ideal conditions.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

Salary : $25 - $27