Buyer - Mobile Hydraulics (Industrial Distribution)

Savage , United States

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Play a key role in procurement and inventory control to ensure timely delivery of materials and gain insights into supply chain management within a dynamic team.
SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies.  We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com Join a growing team that powers industry through innovation! We’re seeking a Buyer to join our Mobile Fluid Power business unit in Savage, MN. In this role, you’ll play a key part in our procurement and inventory control operations — helping to keep materials flowing smoothly to our customers while learning the ins and outs of supply chain management in an industrial distribution environment. Essential Functions:
  • Support the execution of procurement processes to maximize on-time delivery and maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Maintain inventory master data and warehouse records in our Trend system.
  • Communicate effectively with suppliers and manage the supply chain process in line with SunSource “Best Practices.”
  • Process supplier returns and credits for defective, obsolete, or excess materials.
  • Collaborate with your team to proactively manage excess and obsolete inventory.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact between SunSource and our suppliers.
  • Schedule and organize cadence and escalation meetings as needed.
  • Participate in ongoing training and development (both guided and self-paced) to strengthen your procurement expertise.
  • Experience, Education and Skills
  • High School Diploma required; Associate degree or higher preferred
  • 1+ year of experience in procurement, inventory control, or a similar role
  • Experience in industrial distribution or manufacturing preferred
  • Familiarity with hydraulic, fluid power, or off-highway mobile equipment components a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
  • Eagerness to learn complex processes and grow within a dynamic team environment
  • Work Environment
  • Primarily a seated, office-based role (more than 50% of the workday)
  • Occasional walking and standing required
  • Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary
  • We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-Verify. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact [email protected] to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned.    Sun-Source | Privacy Policy

    SunSource specializes in the distribution of industrial and mobile fluid power components, offering innovative solutions that enhance productivity and reduce maintenance and operating costs through a comprehensive program that includes design support, ...

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