Regional Buyer (Electrical Product)

Summit Electric Supply • Houston, TX • 3w ago

Summit Electric Supply is an electrical distributor keeping current with innovative changes in the way our world is powered. With over 40 years of continuous growth in a $110 billion industry, you can count on Summit's stability. Summit will provide the tools you need, along with your commitment to customer service and drive to excel, to have a successful career in electrical supply distribution.

The Regional Buyer will be an essential business partner and have total accountability of the inventory performance of that region in support of continued growth in every vertical market that Summit serves. The Buyer's role will involve strategic planning, research and will obtain and set costs for commodities on a weekly basis by market via streamlined communication with leadership at each branch and region in their respective markets. They will work with the sales teams on large opportunities to negotiate scheduled releases of material in support of providing just in time inventory that meet Summits customer's expectations.

Role Summary:

Thoroughly understand how supply chain delays of product will impact Summit's customer relationship

The ability to cultivate relationships with both our sales team and our vendor base

Comprehensive understanding of how Summits strategic manufacturers rebates affect profitability

The ability to learn and help develop the demand planning module within Summit's inventory replenishment software (GAINS) and complete GAINS related training.

Maintain and adjust various GAINS inputs (Lead Time, Min ROPs via SIMS, etc.) as appropriate to achieve accurate forecasts in support of streamlined inventory replenishment.

Provide timely and accurate commodity load spreadsheets to the posting services team.

Collaborate with service center leadership to help determine what the cost on commodities should be weekly and assist as needed in negotiating competitive commodity pricing by market.

Collaborate with service center employees to proactively follow up on customer material orders to address challenges and needs.

Resolve customer concerns and encourage customer loyalty to Summit as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Prior SAP experience or knowledge preferred to assist in pulling essential inventory information and performing research.

Demand Planners has authority to make inventory decisions that will benefit the company.

Demand planners work closely with the Operations teams to process any RGA's negotiated and address slow moving inventory.

Demand planners work closely with service center on appropriately redirecting inventory via store- to-store transfer to reduce stock outs and maximize inventory performance.

Knowledge of MRP @types and item categories in SAP.

Ability to professionally provide feedback to Service Center Leaders and RVP, acting as a business partner, to clearly understand their needs while acting in the best interest of the company.

Essential Skills:

Strong, proven sales and negotiating skills

Thorough knowledge of electrical products and their applications

Strong customer service orientation

Time management - ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written

Versatility - ability to effectively adapt to change

Microsoft Excel- Intermediate to expert level

Microsoft Outlook

Beneficial Skills:

Counter sales or customer service experience within the electrical distribution industry

Capacity to perform duties with minimal supervision and seek clarity where needed

Not sure yet if this is the right position for you? Contact a recruiter for more information about the position and how you can jump start your career in a dynamic, growing industry today!

Be a part of the Summit Electric family with room to grow and excel!

Not sure if this position is right for you? Click here (https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/oneclick-ui/company/116349975/job/1365519130/publication/0?lang=en&sid=) to submit your information to our recruiting team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact our lead recruiter at (505) 346-2900 x 1224. Employment with Summit Electric Supply is at-will. This means that either the employee or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. Your application and resume will be kept confidential and used solely for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this and other potential job opportunities within Summit Electric Supply. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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