A leading distributor of plumbing, heating, and industrial supplies.
Procure resale merchandise, manage inventory, negotiate with vendors, and analyze sales data.
6 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Charlotte, NC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
4,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Plumbing supplies
HVAC supplies
Industrial supplies
Pool supplies
Waterworks solutions
Commercial & industrial supplies
Online ordering & e‑commerce services
Sector Specialisms
Plumbing
HVAC
Pool Supplies
Industrial
Commercial
Residential
Infrastructure
Waterworks
Role
Description
procurement
inventory management
purchase orders
vendor negotiation
data analysis
market intelligence
Meet or exceed the Profit Center targets for fill rates/service levels, in stock rates, annual inventory turns, and slow-moving/devalued/overstock inventory levels.
Create, process, and expedite vendor Purchase Orders to maintain desired product mix, optimum shelf quantities, and satisfy projected product sales.
Effectively use Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel) to communicate via email, to maintain vendor contact files and appointment calendars, and to analyze vendor purchases and sales data.
Be responsible for procuring merchandise for resale, and for inventory management.
Negotiate and maintain profitable partnerships with suppliers and vendors.
Perform required file maintenance to products, buy lines, price and buy matrices; communicate with Product File Administrator as necessary.
Monitor vendor shipments and receipt of merchandise to ensure that they are within acceptable parameters established by the Profit Center Manager.
Analyze product on hand and projected product sales.
Maintain market intelligence and report changes in pricing levels and potential problem areas or conditions that could adversely affect the Company's procurement position.
Successfully complete required safety and compliance training programs as assigned.
Monitor customer returned goods and vendor merchandise returns to ensure timely processing and credit accuracy.
Enthusiastically negotiate with vendors to obtain the best pricing, delivery, and terms of purchase ensuring optimal order fill rates and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
purchasing
inventory
plumbing
computer
driver's license
1+ years
Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Knowledge of plumbingproducts preferred
Be able to build and maintain influential relationships with vendors, customers and co-workers.
Be energetic, self-motivated and able to work independently.
1+ years of purchasing and inventory control experience in wholesale distribution
Be able to learn and operate the computer related systems used to create, process and expedite purchase orders, to control inventory, and to produce reports for analysis.
Possess excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Possess a proper and valid driver's license
Be able to analyze sales and procurement data and understand market trends to make the best purchasing decisions.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Grown into a nationwide distributor with hundreds of locations across the U.S.
Specializes in plumbing, heating, industrial supplies, and waterworks products, serving both residential and commercial sectors.
Supports projects ranging from residential home systems to large-scale infrastructure developments.
Committed to providing quality products and expert customer service.
Operates with a decentralized model, allowing individual locations to meet unique customer needs.
Expanded offerings to include sustainable and efficient technologies, such as water-saving solutions.
One of the few family-owned businesses in the industry, maintaining a strong reputation built on trust and reliability.
Culture + Values
We are a people-centric company that thrives on integrity, accountability, and respect.
We emphasize teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals.
We take pride in offering opportunities for growth and professional development.
We are committed to delivering quality products and services that exceed customer expectations.
We operate with a sense of responsibility and a commitment to long-term relationships.
Environment + Sustainability
Committed to reducing environmental impact through sustainable practices.
Focus on reducing energy usage and minimizing waste across all operations.
Prioritize sustainable product offerings for environmentally friendly solutions.
Implemented energy-efficient technologies to reduce their carbon footprint.
Inclusion & Diversity
Committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are treated with respect and fairness.
Programs implemented to attract and retain diverse talent.