ASC Engineered Solutions

Precision-engineered piping products and support

Buyer

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFarmers Branch, TX, USA$47k - $52k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Outstanding customer service and negotiation skills.
Excellent time management and organizational ability.
Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work systematically and logically to resolve problems.
Solid understanding of common business practices relating to purchasing, pricing, terms, shipment, taxes, and payment for products and services.
Working knowledge of fire protection industry terminology.
Familiarity with markets and commodities/component types related to fire protection systems.
Strong technical knowledge of company products.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, DRP, Elite, and Dynamics 365.
High school diploma.
At least 2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Price, quote, and purchase materials needed for the installation of fire protection systems that are not produced by the company.
Analyze cost, quality, and delivery to ensure competitive performance consistent with organizational policies and standards.
Receive quote requests from Customer Service Representatives in an assigned territory for required materials.
Analyze quotes and negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to obtain competitive sources based on cost, quality, delivery, and service.
Update weekly meetings with order and quote totals from the previous week.
Follow up on orders placed with vendors.
Analyze and review stock orders for proper quantities before placement.
Procure tracking information for all stock orders and drop shipments placed.
Assist in maintaining inventory accuracy by removing C-items and obtaining RMAs.
Maintain weekly quote logs on all inquiries and report the breakdown.
Analyze and review the SAC102 report before placing stock orders with vendors.
Report discrepancies or issues to vendors promptly and follow up as needed.
Review weekly vendor backorder reports and expedite shipping to the warehouse.
Promote a safe workplace by performing tasks safely and in compliance with applicable rules, procedures, instructions, equipment requirements, and personal protective equipment requirements; remain vigilant for hazardous conditions or practices and report unsafe conditions or practices to a supervisor immediately.
Perform other duties as directed.
Create an environment in which timely, high-quality communication flows smoothly.

The role of the Buyer is to price, quote, and purchase any required materials for the installation of fire protection systems that are currently not produced by the Company. The position analyzes cost, quality, and delivery to ensure competitive performance that is consistent with the organization’s policies and standards.

Receives quote requests from Customer Service Representatives in an assigned territory for required materials
Analyzes quotes and negotiates prices and terms with suppliers to obtain competitive sources with respect to cost, quality, delivery and service
Updates weekly meetings with order and quote totals from the previous week
Follows up on orders placed with vendors
Analyzes and reviews stock orders for proper quantities prior to placement
Procures tracking on all stock orders and drop shipments placed
Assists in maintaining inventory accuracy by removing C-items and obtaining RMA’s
Maintains weekly quote logs on all inquiries and reports the breakdown
Analyzes and reviews the SAC102 report before placing all stock orders with vendors
Reports all discrepancies and/or issues to the vendors in a timely manner and follows up as needed
Reviews weekly backorder reports from vendors and expedites shipping to the warehouse
Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
Performs other duties as directed

Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high quality communication flows smoothly
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding customer service and negotiation skills
Excellent time management and organization ability
Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
Works systematically and logically to resolve problems
Solid understanding of common business practices relating to purchasing, pricing, terms, shipment, taxes and payment for products and services
Working knowledge of the terminology of the fire protection industry
Familiar with markets and commodities/component types related to fire protection systems
Strong technical knowledge of company products
Proficient in Microsoft Office, DRP, Elite, Dynamics 365
High School Diploma
2 + years in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Logistics, and/or Related Field

About the Company

ASC Engineered Solutions

Precision-engineered piping products and support

ASC Engineered Solutions designs and supplies precision-engineered piping components and related products, providing technical support and knowledge to help customers implement reliable systems. Its offerings work by delivering engineered parts that fit customer needs, backed by expert guidance and timely service. The company differentiates itself through a clear focus on customer experience and service excellence under a single brand after its merger, positioning itself as a dependable strategic partner that prioritizes customer success. Its goal is to provide quality products and reliable support that enable customers to build and maintain effective systems.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Commerce, CA
Founded: 1850

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