Buyer / Inventory Control

We have an immediate opening for a Buyer / Inventory Control Associate. We are the world’s largest fluid power distributor, supplying hydraulic and pneumatic components and value added services. You will be responsible for forecasting, procurement requirements, service levels, and inventory management of assigned resale product.  Provide value added to inventory performance and customer service.

Job Duties

• Forecast and purchase assigned products for resale at the most effective cost level and ensure the product is shipped and received with the least cycle time.
• Responsible for assigned product inventories in accordance with policy to maximize investment while retaining branch and customer commitments.  Maintain consignment programs when applicable.
• Review and maintain open supplier orders, inter branch orders, and center backorders from branches.  Perform expediting when required.
• Process and review orders and review invoices for accuracy to ensure supplier adherence to purchase agreement, terms and pricing.
• Prepare and analyze reports and determine requirements for continuous improvement of inventory turns and customer service levels.  Take immediate corrective action when required.
• Negotiate with suppliers to resolve problems and improve purchasing, inventory and logistical processes that optimize supply chain management.
• Process special buys to achieve corporate objectives.
• Review supplier acknowledgements and record for future follow-up.
• Coordinate supplier returns with Inventory Asset Management, Product Managers, Suppliers and Distribution Centers to process supplier returns.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field preferred; High School diploma or equivalent required
• Equivalent to two years’ college study in Inventory Control, purchasing procedures and product knowledge. 
• Over 3 and up to 5 years of experience.

As the world’s largest fluid power distributor, the Applied Fluid Power® network of companies provide dedicated fluid power support and custom designed solutions that meet customer performance goals and keep industry running. Capabilities include system integration, manifold design, machining and assembly, electronic controls, fabrication, fluid filtration, programming, high speed hose assembly, engineering, repair services, and more. Additionally, Applied Fluid Power® has one of the largest teams of Certified Fluid Power Specialists, Certified Electronic Control Specialists and Certified Fluid Power Mechanics to assist with problem solving, system building, troubleshooting, and other custom requirements.
Applied Fluid Power® is a part of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT), a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an email to hiring@applied.com or call 216-426-4389 to let us know the nature of your request.