Us lbm is one of the leading and fastest growing distributors of specialty building materials in the united states, with a team of over 10,000 employees located throughout the countrySince our founding in 2009, we have acquired over 50 companies and have expanded to more than 400 locations serving 37 statesUs lbm is a progressive organization that promotes a unique culture that focuses on the value of its customers and associatesDeveloping our people is critical to our strategy and fostering our culture of empowerment.
This is a remote position, but the employee must sit within the eastern time zone.
Things you should know about working at us lbm:
We are all about teamwork! all positions are hands on and we band together when necessary.
We support each otherWe have local and corporate team members to help you along the way and partner on projects as appropriate.
We are a relaxed atmosphere, this is not a suit and tie environment.
We work hardWe are a continuous improvement driven organization, and we are focused on keeping organized and on task.
How you will spend your days as a market buyer:
Purchases for multiple locations and business divisions in purchasing market.
Demand/supply validation collaboration with regional purchasing team for category(ies) covered.
Local supplier relationship management (intro of new suppliers/products, performance, economics, issues, contImprove.)
Utilize inventory and stock status reports and coordinate with purchasing supervisor to develop a procurement strategy for assigned products & categories.
Conducts meetings with vendors, obtains quotations, negotiates prices and delivery dates.
Creates po’s, places orders, and selects proper sources of supplies, commodities and materials to ensure most economical deliveries, etc.
Work with warehouse to contact suppliers regarding adjustments, incorrect materials, deliveries, etc.
Locates new sources of supplies as necessary and keeps abreast of market and material conditions.
Works with mpm to determine adequate stocking levels (min/max) for sales and sets appropriate levelsDecides level at which product must be reordered.
Evaluates division position for certain products and commoditiesAlerts management as to swings of significant proportion.
Expedites orders and works with local management to ensure stable inventories and adjustments for varying market availability and demands.
Achieves and maintains inventory turns as prescribed by management and company policy.
Coordinates activities of other buyers and acts as lead buyer on certain products and/or commodities based on experience and knowledge.
Monitor discount and rebate programs; tracks rebate monies year to date purchases as required to meet established goals(future state)
We offer…
Health care benefits, starting the first of month after 30 days of employment
Monday - friday schedule
401(k) with company match
Closed holidays
Paid time off
Employee discount
Relocation
We’ll support your educational and career goals with our continuous education programs
We want you to join the team if you can check these boxes:
High school diploma or equivalent; 2 year degree in business preferred; or equivalent in related work experience - knowledge of industry terminology.
1 year purchasing, inventory control or materials input or warehousing experience.
Special skills required— experience with ms office products including word and excel; professional telephone skillsKnowledge of millwork building supplies relative to the industry preferred.
Physical demands include lift up to 25 lbsOccasionally and 50 lbsOn a random basis, standing, walking or sitting for extended periods of time, and bending or stooping.
