Buyer

System Components

Dallas, TX

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co. is a world leader in the manufacture of fire sprinklers and related system valves as well as a major distributor of a full line of fire sprinkler system components and fabricated piping solutions to the fire sprinkler industry since 1920. Today, Reliable is in its fourth generation of Fee Family leadership and has many employees who have served more than 25 years, enhancing its family atmosphere and its ability to offer significant stable, long-term career opportunities.

Are you interested in being part of team who plays a crucial role of the fire protection industry's goal of saving lives and reducing property damage? We have an opportunity for you!

Summary

The Buyer prices, quotes, and purchases any required materials for installing fire protection systems that is currently not produced by the Company for our customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives quote requests from Customer Service Representatives in an assigned territory for any required materials
• Updates weekly meetings with order and quote totals for the previous week
• Follows up on orders placed with vendors
• Analyzes and reviews stock orders for proper quantities prior to placement
• Procures tracking on all stock orders and drop shipments placed
• Assist the Operations Supervisor in removal of C-items by obtaining RMA's and following up
• Maintains weekly quote logs on all inquiries and reports the breakdown
• Analyzes and reviews the SAC102 report before placing all stock orders with vendors
• Reports all discrepancies and/or issues to the vendors in a timely manner and follows up as needed
• Reviews weekly backorder reports from vendors and expedites shipping to the warehouse
• Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor
• Performs other duties as directed

Skills and Competencies

• Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high quality communication flows smoothly
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding customer service and negotiation skills
• Excellent time management and organization ability
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Works systematically and logically to resolve problems
• Solid understanding of common business practices relating to purchasing, pricing, terms, shipment, taxes and payment for products and services
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, DRP, Elite, AS400

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; Associate's Degree is preferred but not required
• Purchasing, Supply Chain, Logistics, and/or Related Field is preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler., Inc. recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.