What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchaser position at F.W. Webb?
F.W. Webb, the Northeast's largest wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, HVAC and industrial supplies is seeking a Purchaser for its Hampden, ME location.
Responsibilities:
- Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items
- Forwards available inventory items by verifying stock; scheduling delivery.
- Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price
- Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
- Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.
- Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
- Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
- Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
- Adjust minimum and maximum stocking levels based on demands
- Maintain inventory levels
- Maintain accurate costs on all purchased items.
Qualifications:
- Previous purchasing experience preferred
- Problem solving and reconciliation skills necessary
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task, must be strong with details and possess strong organizational skills.
- Work proficiently with minimal supervision and be able to provide feedback on systems/processes.
- Knowledge of MS Office software (Excel, Word)
- PC /Data Entry skills required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,500.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Hampden, ME 04444: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,500 - $75,000
