Buyer

Qualserv Solutions • Fort Smith, AR

315d

About The Position

QualServ Solutions International is a Middleby Corporation Company. Middleby is the Leading Global Solutions Provider for commercial foodservice, industrial food processing and, residential kitchen appliance industries. QualServ, based out of the United States, provides innovative services, products, comprehensive design, and turn-key solutions with a global supply chain team to support multi-national chains across multiple industry segments. The company has fully integrated, 712,000 square foot facilities in Central USA (Fort Smith, AR) which is strategically positioned to service all of North America. The company also has an 80,000 square foot facility in Central Europe (Mokry Dwor, Poland) that services all of Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Asia Pacific and, Africa.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years' experience as a purchasing professional in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Experience with food service equipment and/or small wares is a definite plus.
• A proven track record of cost reductions and vendor management is a must.
• Ability to interact well with all levels of the organization and maintain positive, long-term relationships with suppliers.
• Above average computer skills including Excel.
• Experience with MRP is a plus.
• Must pass drug test.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient sourcing and purchasing of inventory, equipment and materials including negotiating price, delivery and credit terms.
• Prepares and issues purchase orders, monitors pricing, and maintains accurate purchasing records.
• Maintains inventory levels.
• Negotiates contracts, blanket orders, and new purchases to assure the best price, cost savings, product availability and service.
• Communicate supply information on critical and non-critical material to end user on pricing, lead time, substitutes, and other material issues to facilitate forecasting and planning.
• Expedites purchase orders as necessary and ensures delivery of purchased items for uninterrupted manufacturing and distribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing