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Buyer - Electrical Parts Wholesale

Buyer - Electrical Parts Wholesale

Sonepar GroupMinneapolis, MN, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Buyer - Electrical Parts Wholesale

There's a Place for You at Viking Electric. A career at Viking Electric is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Viking Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building you can find it here. We operate throughout the Midwest and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe. Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At Viking Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Buyer

Location : Minneapolis, Minnesota

Job type : Full time

Schedule : Standard Daytime hours, Monday-Friday

Salary : $63,000 - $85,000

  • Compensation for this position includes hourly salary, 10% short-term incentive bonus, and full benefits package offerings. The exact amount of base salary may vary based on experience and skills brought to the role as well as the geographic location of the role.

What You'll Do

Join our team as a Buyer, where you'll play a key role in ensuring timely, cost-effective acquisition of materials for assigned product lines, managing orders from expediting to close-out.

You will

  • Manage on-going inventory investment for assigned product lines to meet customer service and inventory performance objectives.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
  • Conduct critical conversations and negotiations effectively.
  • Identify and resolve conflicts and challenges that arise during projects.
  • Utilize MS Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and communication.
  • Support inventory related initiatives that target sales growth, improved customer service, and performance of inventory.
  • What You Bring

    Requirements :

  • Minimum education : High School Diploma / GED.
  • Proven experience in analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Communication skills : ability to build relationships and conduct critical conversations with vendors, customers and associates (virtually / in-person)
  • Ability to negotiate and problem-solve in high-pressure situations.
  • Proficient in Excel, with intermediate to advanced skills.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Keywords : Purchasing agent, procurement specialist, supply chain buyer, eclipse, retail buyer,

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    What We Offer You

    We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates :

  • Healthcare plans
  • Dental & vision
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
  • Professional and personal development programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Opportunity to become a shareholder
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
  • Robust wellness program
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

    Learn More About Us

    Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations." Check out the Viking Electric company page on LinkedIn and follow us for updates. Check out our YouTube Careers Playlist to see Viking Electric associates in action. Learn more at https : / / www.vikingelectric.com / about. Viking Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands : https : / / www.soneparusa.com / us-en / about-us.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and / or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

    Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

    Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.

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