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Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist

Applied Industrial Technologies • Chicago, IL, United States
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Buyer Specialist

Looking for a company with great culture and a rich history of success? We are looking for a Buyer Specialist to join our team! Opening can be in any of the following locations: Appleton, WI-Columbus, OH or Romeoville, IL.

At FCX Performance/a subsidiary of Applied Industrial Technologies the Buyer/Specialist role has an immediate impact on our customers, on our company performance, and on personal earnings. In this role, you will be purchasing products and materials, updating and managing inventory and stock levels, building relationships with suppliers and negotiating with them for the best price, quantities and delivery timescales.

What you'll do:

  • Maintain system costs and inventory levels using Epicor Prophet 21 (P21)
  • Investigate and resolve warehouse and invoicing discrepancies
  • Work closely with accounting to resolve issues
  • Update system pricing based on vendor price sheets
  • Review and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing reports
  • Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, delays, and product availability
  • Obtain quotes from vendors/suppliers
  • Provide timely updates to the Sales team regarding supplier communications and customer order status
  • Perform system cleanup and maintenance of part numbers, supplier records, and related purchasing data to ensure accuracy
  • Support purchasing operations to ensure product availability and data integrity

We seek:

  • Previous purchasing or procurement experience preferred
  • Attention to detail: accurate data entry skills, basic math & reading skills.
  • Beginner to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Ability and desire to quickly learn new processes and systems
  • Experience with high volume in distribution or manufacturing environments
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy
  • Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 (P21) is a plus

Why Join Us? There is a reason we have been named a Best Workplace 20 times. Applied has earned the Outstanding Employer Support award from the US Navy and we are a GSA approved vendor.

You will receive rewards and resources to fulfill you; both professionally and personally. In addition to our competitive pay and all the benefits you would expect from an industry leader (401K, insurance, time off, employee assistance, etc.) you will also enjoy:

  • A LASTING CAREER Career paths are available in sales, operations, or management throughout the country.
  • Professional development and training.
  • Great work / life balance.

Individual contributors with fresh ideas and passion for excellence are encouraged and rewarded! Apply now for immediate consideration!

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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