Full-Time
Buyer
WESCO International
5,001-10,000 employees
Global B2B distribution and logistics
Compensation Overview
$28.26 - $45.21/hr
East Windsor, CT, USA + 1 more
More locations: Livonia, MI, USA
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Bachelor's
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- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field
- 1 year of experience required of purchasing within supply chain environment
- Knowledge of purchasing and inventory concepts, practices, and procedures
- Knowledge of business performance measures
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong computer skills, including purchasing and inventory management systems, programs and reports
- Ability to exercise judgment
- Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers, and competitors
- Reviews daily purchasing reports and system recommendations and determines proper quantities and items to purchase and creates purchasing documents to send suppliers
- Maintains inventory availability while minimizing working capital investment
- Tactical execution of stock replenishment, special order (SO), and drop ship (DS) buying where assigned while making buying decisions based on most economical method with respect to quantities, order minimums or prepaid terms and mode of transportation
- Guarantees accurate purchase order quantities, costs, notes and terms compliance
- Ensures electronic data interchange (EDI), automated stock replenishment (ASR/VMI), emailed and faxed orders reach suppliers
- Follows up with suppliers concerning order status and delivery and communicates delivery information to impacted departments
- Reviews daily supplier shipping error notices and takes appropriate action
- Reviews quarterly excess and inactive inventory reports and negotiates with suppliers to obtain return goods authorizations on excess and inactive material
- Assists managers with evaluating supplier performance related to on-time delivery, fill rates, shipping errors, transfer cost improvements, branch support, and other measures
Wesco International distributes electrical, industrial, and communications products to business customers and provides logistics and supply chain services. It operates through three business units: Electrical & Electronic Solutions, Communications & Security Solutions, and Utility & Broadband Solutions. With about 800 branches and offices in around 50 countries, Wesco combines thousands of manufacturer parts with warehousing and distribution to support procurement and logistics for customers like contractors, data centers, security firms, and government agencies. Its goal is to be a reliable, end-to-end partner for multinational and local customers by delivering broad product access and integrated supply chain solutions.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Founded
1922
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 sales rose 13% to $6.7 billion; guidance increased August 2026.
- Backlog jumped about 60% year over year, backed by grid-services and data-center wins.
- Newark Engineering closed July 1, 2026, strengthening Southeast Asia expansion and cross-selling.
What critics are saying
- July 2026 ExfilSquad breach allegations triggered class-action probes over 2.6 million records.
- Wesco’s February 2026 Eckart lawsuit exposes trade-secret leaks and restrictive-covenant disputes.
- Data-center sales concentration now drives growth; a 2027 slowdown would crush momentum.
What makes WESCO International unique
- Wesco’s July 2026 Newark acquisition adds data-center cooling lifecycle services.
- Pro A/V Services and Portal.io deepen recurring workflow stickiness beyond distribution.
- Q2 2026 record backlog and $1.5B data-center sales show execution across segments.
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Wesco's VOLT Business Resource Group partners with SAME STEM camps to inspire future Engineers and STEM leaders. WCC | 2 hours ago PITTSBURGH, PA / ACCESS Newswire / August 6, 2026 / Wesco's Veterans Opportunity Liaison Team (VOLT) Business Resource Group, through sponsorship from Wesco Cares, partnered with the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) to support its STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps, helping introduce students to hands-on experiences in engineering, construction, leadership and problem solving. SAME's camps provide immersive STEM opportunities for students and serve more than 300 participants annually across multiple camp locations. As part of the partnership, the Wesco Safety team worked with Ansell to donate 330 pairs of safety glasses and gloves to help equip campers across five camps for hands-on activities that bring STEM learning to life. The contribution reflects Wesco's commitment to supporting education, workforce development and safe learning environments. The initiative was led by VOLT, a Wesco Business Resource Group, and sponsored through Wesco Cares, the company's global community engagement program. The partnership aligns with VOLT's mission to support veterans, military-connected communities and future generations of leaders through service and community engagement. "At Wesco, we believe in investing in the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers," said Don Snowden, Wesco Senior Vice President and General Manager, Communications Security Solutions and VOLT Executive Sponsor. "Through the support of Wesco Cares, this partnership with SAME allowed us to contribute both resources and expertise to a program that helps students explore STEM careers while developing leadership, teamwork and technical skills." SAME's STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps are designed to introduce high school students to engineering, science and construction careers through real-world challenges, mentorship opportunities and hands-on learning experiences. The camps bring together military leaders, industry professionals and students to foster curiosity, collaboration and career exploration. "Supporting STEM education is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the future," said Don. "We're proud to support VOLT's partnership with SAME and help create opportunities that inspire young people to pursue careers that will help build, connect, power and protect the world." By partnering with organizations like SAME, VOLT and Wesco Cares continue to demonstrate Wesco's commitment to strengthening communities, supporting military-connected organizations and helping develop the workforce of tomorrow. To learn more about Wesco in the community, visit Wesco.com. About Wesco Wesco International (NYSE:WCC) builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wesco is a FORTUNE 500(R) company with approximately $24 billion in annual sales in 2025 and a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. Wesco offers a best-in-class product and services portfolio of Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. The Company employs approximately 21,000 people, partners with the industry's premier suppliers, and serves thousands of customers around the world. With millions of products, end-to-end supply chain services, and significant digital capabilities, Wesco provides innovative solutions to meet customer needs across commercial and industrial businesses, technology companies, telecommunications providers, and utilities. Wesco operates more than 700 sites, including distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and sales offices in approximately 50 countries, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and global corporations. About SAME Founded in 2016, the SAME Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering engineering leadership for the nation. The Foundation supports STEM education, workforce development, and leadership programs that strengthen national resilience. Learn more at same.org/foundation. Contact Information:
Portal.io announces partnership with Wesco International. Portal.io officially announced that it has partnered with Wesco International (NYSE: WCC), a FORTUNE 500 company and a provider of communications and security distribution solutions. Portal.io said that the partnership brings its sales platform to professional security integrators across North America, giving Wesco dealers access to Portal's managed product catalog and sales tools, including the AI Proposal Builder. At Wesco, Ravepubs is committed to helping its customers grow by connecting them with the products, services, and solutions that make their businesses stronger," said Todd Stephan, senior director of sales at Wesco. "Security integrators deliver sophisticated technology solutions, and they need sales tools that reflect the professionalism of the work they do. Portal gives our customers a practical way to quote faster, manage pricing more accurately, and create a better experience for the customers they serve." The partnership brings Portal's managed product catalog as well as its proposal, invoicing and payment tools to Wesco's authorized dealer network. Wesco said it is expanding the support it provides beyond products and distribution, aiming to help dealers operate more efficiently, present themselves more professionally and build stronger businesses. "Wesco is a major player in security distribution, so this is a big deal for the dealers they support," said Kirk Chisholm, founder and CEO of Portal.io. "A lot of security integrators still have to build proposals the hard way, with tools that were never really built for how they sell. Portal gives them a faster, more professional way to quote jobs, manage pricing, and get paid."
WESCO International Data Breach - class action investigation. Ahdoot & Wolfson is investigating a possible class action lawsuit against WESCO International, following reports of a large data breach. Recently, there was an alleged cyberattack targeting WESCO International carried out by Exfilsquad. The alleged breach potentially exposed 2.6 million records. The incident has raised concerns about data security and prompted investigations into the impact on affected individuals. * Compromised Data Volume: 2.6 million records (40GB) * Impacted Information: sensitive customer and employee information * Potential Risks: Increased risk of identity theft, financial fraud, phishing attacks, and other misuse of personal information If you are or were a customer or employee of WESCO International, your personal information may have been compromised in this recent data breach. Please complete the form below, and one of its attorneys will contact you promptly to discuss your potential legal rights. WESCO Int'l Data Breach
WESCO reported second quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations, with revenue up 13% year-on-year to $6.67 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $4.57, beating estimates by 15.2%. The electrical supply company credited strong demand for data center solutions, which now account for over 20% of revenue and grew approximately 45% year-on-year. WESCO also secured a significant multiyear grid services contract with a major data center customer. The company posted record backlog for the third consecutive quarter, up 60% year-on-year. WESCO closed its acquisition of Singapore-based Newark Engineering, strengthening its cooling solutions capabilities in Southeast Asia. Management raised full-year guidance for sales, adjusted EBITDA, and earnings per share, citing accelerating demand across data center infrastructure, grid services, and infrastructure investments.
Wesco International reported record second-quarter 2026 net sales of $6.7 billion, up 13% year-over-year and 10% sequentially. Organic sales grew 13% year-over-year, with data centre sales reaching $1.5 billion, up approximately 45%. The company achieved record adjusted diluted earnings per share of $4.57, up 35% year-over-year. Operating margin reached 5.7%, up 20 basis points, whilst adjusted EBITDA margin was 7.3%, up 60 basis points. Total company backlog hit a record level, up approximately 60% year-over-year. Operating cash flow was $54 million, with free cash flow of $32 million. Wesco is raising its 2026 outlook, reflecting strong first-half results and accelerating business momentum driven by infrastructure projects and data centre growth.