Job Summary
Llewellyn Supply has been a reliable supplier to the Marine Industry since 1936.
We have been expanding and have multiple locations to serve our customer base.
We supply and deliver to boatyards, shipyards, government agencies, commercial, and retail customers.
Our Alameda CA seeking our next team member:
PURCHASING AGENT
Duties
- Evaluate prior sales to establish future fulfillment needs
- Research suppliers and negotiate contracts for product fulfillment processing
- Place orders and ensure inventory is properly distributed
- Sourcing and building relations with new suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors and suppliers
- Monitor inventory performance and recommend markdowns or replenishment strategies
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor communications
Qualifications
- 2+ years of buying, purchasing, merchandising, or retail procurement experience preferred
- Analytical Skills: You will be working with multiple vendors to determine the best deals for the company.
- Decision-Making Skills: You will need to use the information you have gathered to make decisions on behalf of the company.
- Math Skills: Basic math skills will be needed to analyze prices and get the best deals possible.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems.
- Excellent organizational and analytical abilities
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Forecast inventory requirements based on sales trends and track shipments to meet customers demands.
Pay: $58,240.00 - $72,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
