Buyer/Vendor Ap/Merchandiser

Window Works is a fast paced Construction based small business in San Francisco, specializing in 3M Adhesive based Solutions, Window Films & Coatings for Safety, Security, Heat Rejection, Sun Control & Architectural Decorative films.  

The Buyer/Vendor AP/Merchandiser will be responsible for managing Material assets in our Window Film Line of Business, collaborating closely with Sales, Projects and Operations. This position takes the lead in all issues of Materials (products) related to production and performance of works to fulfill our Contracts. 

This is a part-time position (25-30 hrs) working out of our South San Francisco office.

Job Description & Overview:

Purchase & manage Material Assets pertaining to our Construction Business Model.  Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of product to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payments according to contractual agreements. Monitor Returns & Credits of go-backs & defects.  Conduct meetings with sales personnel to introduce new products, manage Communications, Product Bulletins or Updates on new or evolving product lines. 

• Procurement - Purchasing - Buyer Role

  • Vendor Management

    • Negotiate prices, discount terms, or transportation arrangements with suppliers

    • Collaborate with vendors to obtain or develop desired products

    • 3M Coop Program Management

  • Long Lead Discount Management

    • Manage Long Lead, Meet Comp & Discount Histories

    • Manage Bulk or Volume order communication with 3M & Distributor Partners

  • Purchase Order

    • Products for jobs

    • Samples 

    • Drop Ships & other routing 

  • Track incoming products

    • Receive, verify and record material in Tintpro

    • Manage missing shipments or damages

• Material Operations - Asset Manager - Merchandiser

  • Manage & maintain our knowledgebase of evolving 3M Window Film offerings

  • Work with 3M & Distributor partners on Volume Pricing, Meet Comp pricing

  • Conduct Sales Team Meetings on new Product Launches, Technical Bulletins & updates

  • Recommend mark-up rates, markdown rates, or product selling prices

  • Analyze Client needs & requirements for Procurement adjustments

  • Monitor and analyze sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns for determination of Company Material positioning

• Projects - Asset Management

  • Collaborate with Projects Dept to determine Material requirements for ongoing projects

  • Collaborate with Projects Dept on upcoming Awarded Project needs, budgets & timelines

  • Co-manage Inventory with Inventory Specialists

• Accounts Payable - Vendor AP

  • Billing management - invoices, returns, corrections, etc.

  • AP Scheduling for Products and Business Operations

  • Authorize payment of invoices or return of products

  • Authorize Disbursement of funds pertaining to Material Procurement, Returns, etc.,

Technical Skills:

• Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

• Analyzing needs and product requirements.

• Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

Applications and Business Systems:

• Tintpro Business Software

• Google Suite

• Windows Desktop

• Adobe

• Facility alarms and security
   

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or related field

• – or –

• Have 5-10 years relevant experience in the Construction industry

• Ability to work independently with minimal managerial supervision

• Understanding and proficiency in Google Suite, Quickbooks, Office and other productivity software

• Mobile applications

• Tagalog speaker a plus!
   

Salary and Benefits:

• $25-$30/hr commensurate with experience

• Weekly pay

• Bonus Eligibility

• CalSavers Retirement (CA State 401K)

• Paid Sick

• Full Time Schedule possible with Full Health Benefits

• Available Shifts: Start at 6:30am or 7:30am