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Experienced Industrial Fastener Buyer

The Buyer is responsible for the sourcing and purchasing of industrial fasteners for a large fastener distributor in Commerce City, CO. This position requires a person that is able to excel in a fast paced business setting. This individual should be highly motivated, focused on company goals and objectives, detail oriented, and someone who thrives in a team environment.

Position Responsibilities: 
• Maintain optimum inventory levels by balancing the goals of maximizing the overall service level while maximizing inventory turns.
• Create purchase orders to approved suppliers based on a periodic review schedule. This includes use of the computer generated purchase suggestions but also requires manual data entry.
• Confirm orders with suppliers and update the orders in the system accordingly (e.g. delivery date, price). 
• Enter and maintain supplier data (part numbers, costs, lead times, etc.)
• Enter and maintain product data (descriptions, costs, inventory control variables, bills of material, etc.)
• Create work orders for packaging and production operations.
• Follow-up on late deliveries and expedite rush orders. 
• Resolve issues and coordinate returns to suppliers as needed.
• Assist sales personnel in sourcing and quoting as needed.
• Source and quote new business, both domestically and internationally.

Position Requirements:
• Minimum of three years of dedicated fastener industry purchasing experience.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. 
• Ability to understand forecasting models and execute purchase transactions to support forecasted demand without having an impact on inventory impairment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/drawings.
• Ability to understand technical specifications (i.e. ASTM, etc.)
• Experience using MRP/ERP software systems (ASW or SAP preferred).

Education / Experience:
Ability to read, write and speak English required
HS diploma required – college degree preferred
Previous fastener experience required

Compensation: DOE

Required experience:

·         Fastener Experience: 3 years

Please send resume to:mailto: timberlinefasteners@gmail.com

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• Timberline Fasteners