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SumnerOne is one of the premier office technology dealers in the Midwest, with offices in Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Illinois. We’re a family of respected companies united by ONE goal: to exceed our customers’ expectations by helping them get the most from their investments in print, IT and document technology. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, we are proud to say we’ve grown to become one of the largest independent dealers in the nation. We have accomplished this by employing the best people, representing solutions from leading manufacturers of office technology, and by supporting our clients at the highest level. Our success is evident by our continued growth with our people being the key to that success.

SumnerOne is currently focused on expanding in the St. Louis, MO area! We’re always looking for people who are passionate about how technology is changing the way people create, store and share ideas and who have the drive and creativity to help move companies forward with technology. At SumnerOne, we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed, along with room to let your ideas shine. We are an exciting, dynamic company where the sky is the limit. Apply Today!

Primary responsibilities

• Handles the day-to-day procurement of supplies and equipment for SumnerOne
• Handles the setup and on-going maintenance of item numbers in eAutomate, including updates to information and inactivation of parts as needed.
• Participate in identifying, targeting, and delivering value through a broad, professional purchasing approach.
• Develop or assist in developing and executing sourcing strategies.
• Assist in Identifying and driving cost savings initiatives.
• Work with sourcing and cross functional teams to ensure best prices are being captured to maximize business profitability and meet cost reduction and productivity improvement targets.
• Monitor compliance with contracts, facilitate meetings and discussions to resolve circumstances, and contact other personnel when required.
• Review with management on a regular basis for analysis of goods that are slow moving and need to be sent back to vendor, devalued, or written off.
• Approve purchase requisitions based on product needs, contract requirements, volume, and financial impact.
• Facilitate purchasing matters with other departments, locations and divisions
• Execute timely, independent decisions and determine appropriate course of action based upon best practice and external customer requirements
• On hand to answer all requisitioned, accounts payable, or accounting process and order-related questions
• Review pricing discrepancies for accounts payable; contact vendors as needed to resolve.
• Escalate issues that cannot be resolved to management
• Complete project work as assigned by management team
• Develop return policies with vendors. Mediate with the inventory team in returning items back to vendor.
• Develop processes and procedures for the purchasing department as needed.
• Develop and aid in the automation of purchasing task where appropriate.
  Preferred Skills and Abilities:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or equivalent education and experience preferred.
  • 2-3 years relevant experience with increasing responsibility
  • Demonstrated strong self-initiative, sense of urgency and customer relationship building skills.
  • A collaborative work style, with a strong ability to build relationships, gain credibility and partner with internal customers and co-workers.
  • High level of accuracy and ability to problem solve.
  • Sound problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
  • Detail oriented, good interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Intermediate to advanced PC skills including a strong understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
  • The ideal candidate will be driven by a philosophy that ensures and delivers great customer service, both external and internal
  • Limited Travel may be required – advanced notification will be given.

• Why Choose Us:

  • 401K, Profit Sharing, Medical, Dental, Life, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time.
  • Family Atmosphere
  • Growth Opportunities
  • SumnerOne is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer

• Job Type: Full-time