Buyer

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S. Job Description We are looking for a Buyer to join our Talley team in Lenexa, Kansas! Summary: The Buyer position supports company product availability and inventory strategies through standard purchasing processes. These include daily review and analysis of reports to optimize the ERP, issue purchase orders, manage stock levels, manage surplus, maximize rotations to assigned vendors, and manage open purchase orders to ensure on time delivery. What You'll Do: Daily reporting review and analysis for potential material purchases Daily review of open purchase orders and communication with vendors to ensure accuracy of ERP and on time delivery Manage product ERP status to ensure proper demand planning Follow up on any action items assigned by Vendor Product Manager, Director of Purchasing or VP of Pricing and Procurement Analyze, review and maintain appropriate inventory levels in support of stated company inventory deliverables Maximize vendor stock rotations to ensure the most current and sellable inventory Support purchasing@talleycom.com to ensure 15 min response SLA Manage inventory through regular usage analysis to minimize surplus and obsolete materials Review and analyze material requests to present to management team for approval Other duties as assigned Job Duties Disclaimer: The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA. Qualifications What You'll Need 2+ Years of experience Purchasing or distribution sales Distribution sales, operations, finance, or purchasing experience High School or GED - Required Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent - Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities MS Office suite, Epicor Prelude, Data Analysis, mobile and digital communication. Familiarity with supply chain processes (e.g. inventory planning, warehouse management) Analytical mind with business acumen Problem-solving aptitude with positive attitude Attention to detail Excellent communication skills Be open to change and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations Engage work with a high sense of urgency and be highly organized and detail oriented Additional Information Physical Demands: Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51% Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Occasionally – up to 20% Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51% Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20% Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51% Weight and Force Demands: Up to 10 pounds - Frequently – 21% to 50% Up to 25 poun…

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