POSITION SUMMARY
The Buyer/Purchasing Agent will be responsible assisting in all procurement activities. This includes purchasing, PO processing, vendor management, and catalog maintenance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
· Enter data into NetSuite and other databases.
· Ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
· Perform other functions as needed and requested by management.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Buyer Required Core Competencies:
· Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using both electronic communication and the spoken word.
· Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
· Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
· Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
· Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
· Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
· Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer.
· Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
· Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
· Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
· Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
Original One Parts Specific Competencies:
· Knowledge of the automotive repair industry and parts preferred.
· Familiarity with NetSuite ERP and industry specific technology platforms (CCC, Pinnacle, Parts Trader, etc.) preferred.
· Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
· Adaptability – Ability to which an individual can fit into a changing working environment.
· Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
· Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
· Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
· Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
· Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety and uphold safety standards.
· Time Management - Ability of the individual to effectively utilize available time for the completion of necessary job tasks.
· Familiarity with eBay and Facebook Marketplace is a plus.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
· 1 year experience in purchasing, preferably in automotive parts.
· Experience in the automotive repair industry is preferred but not required.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel and ability to learn new platforms and programs as necessary.
Certificates & Licenses: N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Sitting for extended periods, occasional standing and walking. Able to lift 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work environment includes a combination of office, plant operations. Position may be exposed to the outside and plant operations which have temperature fluctuations, material and environmental hazards which may require the use of personal protective equipment such as but not limited to safety glasses, ear plugs and closed toe shoes.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,244.50 - $55,283.70 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Procurement: 1 year (Preferred)
- Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas, TX 75229 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dallas, TX 75229: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person