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McNICHOLS CO.

Tampa, Florida

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Architectural Services, Billing, Communication Skills, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Distribution Services, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Inventory Levels, J D Edwards, Logistics, Market Trend Analysis, Materials Management, Microsoft Excel, Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Performance Analysis, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Supply Chain, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Tampa, Florida
POSTED
3 days ago
With distribution centers nationwide, McNICHOLS is the leading and trusted supplier of metal products including perforated, grating, mesh, expanded, and designer metals. Our products are used in applications all around you, helping to shape architectural designs, entertainment venues, and more. Family-founded and customer obsessed, we have a purpose driven team inspired to support our customers in building America.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join our team. This position performs all aspects of purchasing and maintains appropriate stock levels at distribution services across the organization.
 
This position is based at our corporate office which is centrally located at Rocky Point, overlooking the waters of Tampa Bay. 
 
Responsibilities
  • Procurement & Sourcing: Identify material needs and item reviews, supplier qualification, request quotes, place purchase orders, and secure favorable terms and pricing.
  • Supplier Management: Build and maintain relationships with vendors and assess their performance.
  • Inventory & Logistics: Monitor inventory levels, track order status, expedite or defer shipments as needed, and manage material flow to maintain proper stocking levels to avoid stock outs.
  • Cost & Quality Control: Stay current with market trends and pricing, seek cost-saving opportunities, ensure materials meet quality standards, and handle order discrepancies.
  • Issue Resolution: Proactively resolve discrepancies between POs and invoices, handle returns for defective materials and resolve supply chain bottlenecks.

Qualifications
  • Education and Experience: Requires a BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience in procurement or related field, with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience.
  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient and proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards E1) and Microsoft Excel is essential for data integrity, analysis, and scheduling.
  • Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical problem-solving, and communication skills to effectively interface with both external vendors and internal departments with a sense of urgency. 
At McNICHOLS we reward our team with quarterly incentives, great health and wellness benefits, generous 401k matching, 15 days of PTO, as well as 100% company paid life insurance, disability, wellness, and financial health benefits.
 
Join McNICHOLS – Where Inspired People and Inspired Service are our mission. Visit us at mcnichols.com/careers to learn more!
 
 

About the Company

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McNICHOLS CO.

McNichols Company is North America’s leading supplier and fabricator of perforated and expanded metal, wire mesh , architectural metals and a variety of grating products. Founded in 1952 by the late Robert L. McNichols, the company was established on Christian values, high ethical standards and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. With 18 metals service centers located nationwide, McNichols has a dedicated staff and communication network in place that can supply worldwide service.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Metals and Minerals
FOUNDED
1952
WEBSITE
http://www.mcnichols.com/

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