Buyer
$60,000–$75,000 year
On-site · Liverpool, New York, United States
Job Summary
Buyer at Echelon supports purchasing activities and inventory flow across multiple branch locations. Responsible for approving requisitions and purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers to secure favorable terms, monitoring shipments, expediting orders to maintain stock levels, sourcing and qualifying new vendors, and collaborating with internal teams to drive cost savings and process improvements. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field; experience in purchasing/procurement or inventory management; proficiency with ERP systems (Prophet 21 is a plus); strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency; and excellent communication for vendor and internal collaboration.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field
- Experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management (distribution or manufacturing preferred)
- Strong analytical and Excel skills with the ability to track data, identify trends, and support decisions
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Prophet 21 experience a plus)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for vendor and internal collaboration
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field
- Experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management
- Strong analytical and Excel skills
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Prophet 21 experience a plus)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with multi-location environment experience
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