BUYER

King Retail Solutions provides award-winning retail store design, manufacturing, distribution, installation, and complete program management services to local, national, and global retail clients and has been doing so for over 50 years.

We are thinkers, doers, idealists, and artists. All of us here have one thing in common: we care deeply about our clients’ success and put heart, soul, insight, and innovation into ensuring every project’s excellence.

We’re always looking for the hardest workers, the best talent, and the boldest thinkers. We offer challenging, high-energy work for people who are passionate about doing a great job and contributing to the success of the clients we exist to support. If you’re the right person then we’ll find a way to make the most of what you have to offer.

KRS is looking for a positive, effective, enthusiastic & personable individual to join our growing team. The Buyer is an integral part of our Purchasing department.

Position Summary:

The Buyer position will involve substantial ability to make judgements by analyzing requirements and proposals from all sources of supply chain in agreement with specifications, delivery and price. The buyer works onsite at our corporate headquarters in Eugene, Oregon. Typical work hours for this position are 7:30am-4pm, Monday-Friday with additional hours occasionally due to business needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Obtain quotes, prepare and place purchase orders on group or groups of commodities, materials, supplies and equipment including special and unusual items.
• Work from requisitions, CAD drawings, and requirements for quantity and timing of purchases.
• Identifying potential suppliers, searching for goods and services, and evaluating their price, quality, and delivery timeframes
• Processing and following up on all purchase orders.
• Work with other departments when substitutions may be either advantageous, necessary or required to complete the customer orders. This could involve securing samples or arranging for tests when necessary.
• Maintaining accurate and complete documentation
• Monitor and maintain safety stock levels to maintain optimal stocking levels

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent; AA or Bachelor’s degree preferred; 5 years of related experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and other Abilities:

• Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records. Excel Experience required, as well as experience with an ERP system (Made to Manage experience a plus).
• Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Ability to reconcile purchase price variances
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers and management— Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and managers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work— Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your daily work.
• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs as needed

King Retail Solutions offers:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short-Term Disability (company provided)
• Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off