Purchasing Assistant

Benefits: insurance (health, dental, vision, and life), paid time off, retirement plan, company-paid uniforms, team member discount, competitive pay structure, and more

2024 Paid Company Holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas ( December 23, December 24, December 25), New Years Eve, New Years Day

Schedule: Full Time, M-F 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, paid holidays

We are seeking a motivated Purchasing Assistant with a passion for people and teamwork to join our Team. The position is people focused, fast paced, rewarding. The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for supporting the Purchasers and operations by maintaining system pricing that will maximize gross margin dollars. The Purchasing Assistant may be charged with purchasing miscellaneous categories and maintaining those inventory levels.

The annual salary is dependent on experience and overall knowledge of the position.

Responsibilities:

• Act as 41 Lumber’s representative and treat all customers and third parties in a courteous and friendly manner
• Be alert to possible sales opportunities and relay them to the appropriate Store Manager
• Evaluate assigned inventory item's gross profit, performance ratio and turns on a regular basis. Suggest new inventory items for addition to and deletions of non-performing inventory items
• Purchase and maintain adequate inventories for items stocked by the company within inventory categories assigned by the purchaser using minimum/maximum system
• Regularly evaluate all items within assigned categories to determine the most effective way to purchase
• Keep up to date on all areas of inventory stocked by the Company
• Enter and maintain inventory pricing as directed by the Purchaser
• Oversee store acknowledgements and ensure they are attached to the POs in a timely matter
• Prepare order documents in a timely manner to ensure proper documentation is ready for receiving and billing
• Research potential new vendors and products
• Develop and maintain superior knowledge of all products stocked by 41 Lumber and its suppliers; be able to properly demonstrate and recommend the use and application of these products
• Maintain a complete and thorough knowledge of all vendor products and websites in order to make recommendations to customers
• Develop and maintain a superior knowledge of design software and technology used by the company
• Know, understand, and apply 41 Lumber systems to ensure products are ordered, received, invoiced, and delivered in a timely manner
• Have a basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, email, texting, web searches across multiple platforms
• Establish purchasing relationships with vendors that are based on mutual trust and confidence
• Report all customer complaints to the Store Manager
• Assist in developing an effective sales plan for the store that will achieve sales and gross margin goals
• Physically be able to: walk and stand on the job for extended periods of time; frequently bend, squat, reach, lift, carry, push and pull as necessary
• Assist with inventory control, and annual physical inventory
• Be active in the community; join a builders exchange, service club, or volunteer group
• Participate and attend events (i.e. trade shows, trainings, factory tours, etc.)

Key Qualities and Skills:

• Attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Positive attitude
• Integrity and ethics
• Proficient with computer programs and software
• Quick decision making
• Effective communication

Education: Specific requirements of the person who performs the job of the Purchaser are as follows:

1. Education and Experience

a. Bachelor’s degree in business in a business related field of study or five years equivalent experience. Experience including:

i. Purchasing officer, purchasing agent or similar role

ii. Knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors)

iii. Retail or wholesale sales experience

iv. Hands-on experience with purchasing software

v. Understanding of supply chain procedures

vi. Analytical and logistic skills with the ability to conduct cost analyses

vii. Negotiation skills

OR

Experience: five years including sales, marketing, cold calling or relationship building; basic comprehension of the product procurement process; and knowledge of building materials industry a plus

41 Lumber Core Values:

• Ethics
• Respect
• Deliver the “wow” factor
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Embrace change
• Growth and learning
• Balance
• Be passionate and determined
• Be humble
• Have fun!

41 Lumber has been a U.P. family owned since 1925. 41 Lumber aims to be a competitive supplier of quality lumber and building materials while providing exceptional, personalized customer service and cutting-edge technology in the products we carry and in our residential and kitchen & bath design services. Through the science of construction, we help customers make informed product decisions based on the environment in which the product will be used.

We focus on expertise, quality, and personalized customer service.

Our vision is to be the leader in the science of construction and the choice supplier of quality building materials and a partner to professional builders, professional remodelers, general contractors, institutional buyers and dedicated do-it yourselfers.

The phrase that best describes our company: With the science of construction as our north star, we help customers build dreams, one project at a time.

The Purchasing Assistant will help facilitate the company achieve its goals and vision by providing excellent customer service, and working with all Team Members to accomplish the company goals.

Please visit our website for a more complete history about the company www.41lumber.com

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We offer the tools, systems, and training for a motivated individual to achieve success. We support our team with a commitment to quality and integrity that equates to a high-level customer satisfaction.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Purchasing: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person