Great Negotiator and Detail Oriented?

Great Communicator?

Looking for the Opportunity to Work in a Key Role in a Growing Industry?

We’re one of the area’s top Business Technology Firms and we’re looking for our next Corporate Buyer. We are seeking a motivated person with excellent contract and negotiation skills, strong communication abilities and, most importantly, someone who is ready to be part of a winning team.

You’ll work from our comfortable offices located in West Reading, PA and will be responsible for maintaining and purchasing supply for the company, learning purchasing polices, comparing and negotiating prices with vendors, establishing company purchasing goals and projections for the follow year.

The Corporate Buyer Position:

• You will maintain proper inventory levels to minimize the number of transactions coming through outside of drop ship orders that require purchasing which includes setting, maintaining, and utilizing min/max levels in EA to benefit Fraser and maximize efficiency
• You’ll purchase all items in a time sensitive manner coming through from sales order, service calls, and supply order that are not in stock to minimize downtime
• You’ll review all vendor rebates and review rebate attainment levels at month and quarter ends (depending on vendor) with management to determine if they are in Fraser’s best interest
• You will prepare list of equipment and accessories to purchase to reach rebate attainment levels, utilizing equipment history, taking in to account current stock levels and any past and pending bids
• You’ll complete cycle counts of all inventory locations at minimum every six months, but more frequently as needed. (Ex. FAHUNT completed monthly to retain accuracy)
• You will respond in a timely manner to all pricing requests and quotes from vendors to sales rep
• You’ll calculate and claim all Sharp credits and special claim rebates
• You’ll maintain company and customer confidentially releasing only necessary information required to both vendors and sales reps
• You’ll compare incoming price quotes against current vendors to hold existing vendors accountable to maintain competitive pricing
• You will review incoming sales orders items requested for purchasing to determine if we have an item in stock that could be used(ex. MX-4050 asking to be purchased and we have 39 – MX-4070’s in stock, or New Fiery controller being requested when we have an existing one under and older number in stock)
• You will find and procure obsolete items as required
• You will be in charge of review reports of obsolete inventory being purchased and monthly reports of models overstocked to update and reduce overstock of obsolete items
• You will be creating new Items and Models in EA as needed ensuring coding and pricing is correct to maintain accurate financial and service reporting
• You will communicate any inaccuracies, in part numbers from sales orders, to appropriate administrator to update and maintain Compass for Sales order accuracy
• You’ll review updated inventory report to ensure accuracy of items
• You’ll follow up on back orders to ensure timely delivery and communicate to proper parties any backorder situations

About Fraser AIS:

Fraser Advanced Information Systems is a growing and successful business technology company that has been serving small to medium businesses and non-profits in the Eastern and Central PA and Western New Jersey since 1971. Our focus is on taking care of the clients who rely on us for their day-to-day business technology needs AND taking care of our employees; wellness challenges, food days, fun environment – you get the idea. Do the right thing isn’t just a core value it is a way of life. Did we mention you would be a part of a winning team who works hard, plays hard and has an intense customer focus? Being named as a 2021 PA Best Places to Work is a direct reflection of how we value our employees, both personally and professionally.

As part of our Full-Time staff you’ll enjoy: -

• Competitive pay
• Fun and entertaining work environment (think food, lots of food)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off
• Company provided training & certifications
• Growth opportunities with a proven industry leader
• Company incentives and promotions

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field
• APICS certification a plus
• 3+ years’ experience in a purchasing role
• Solid knowledge and understanding of purchasing processes, policy, and systems
• Proven history of effective supply management
• Able to create and administer a task priority list based on company needs
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to negotiate, establish, and process contracts
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 30 pounds

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reading, PA 19611: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your personal email address?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• APICS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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