Buyer

About This Role

This role involves owning the sourcing function, partnering with operations teams, and developing purchasing processes to support the business. The Buyer will manage the purchasing of direct and indirect materials, establish purchasing procedures, and analyze trends to minimize costs.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and purchase direct and indirect materials for all service lines
• Manage multiple sourcing categories and deliver cost out targets
• Support leadership team members to understand current inventory levels and needs
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors
• Coordinate delivery schedules with managers
• Research and identify market trends affecting supply and demand of materials
• Partner with leadership team to understand materials needed for individual work sites
• Review all purchase orders and delivery receipts for accuracy
• Develop category strategies by researching promotional pricing, discounts and incentives
• Consolidate suppliers into categories

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience in landscape, nursery, or related industries
• Strong understanding of landscaping equipment and plant material
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong organization and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work in a fast paced, everchanging environment
• Excellent customer services skills to facilitate and negotiate pricing

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent, Associates Degree is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience in the landscape, nursery, or related industries.

Nice to Have

• NetSuite experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits