Purchasing Analyst

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• Wilmar LLC, proud owner of Performance Tool and other brands, is a leading supplier of quality tools to major retailers and distributors throughout North America and internationally. We’re growth oriented, customer obsessed, and proud of our history while being focused on building an even better team for tomorrow. Come grow with us!

Purpose of the Position:

The Purchasing Analyst will assist in the purchasing process, ensuring precise review of details, maintaining a high level of accuracy in purchasing procedures, effective communication with internal departments, and efficient fulfillment of business and vendor requirements. This is a 100% On Site position in Kent Washington; remote or hybrid is not available. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzing inventory reports to determine appropriate order quantities and placing orders promptly.
• Analyzing inventory levels and coordinating production schedules with vendors to achieve optimal inventory targets.
• Following up and expediting urgent or delayed orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Managing vendors and holding them accountable for meeting deadlines and quality specifications.
• Communicates directly with the sales team to obtain new and existing customer forecasts.
• Assist in managing the direct import process and non-stock purchases.
• Monitors direct imports shipments and corresponding inbound freight.
• Assists Purchasing Manager with new rollouts for existing and new customers.
• Ensure smooth transition when changing vendors including setup and follow up to confirm process is completed in a timely manner.
• Submit importer security filings and ensure shipments are cleared for customs.
• Builds shipping receivers, verifies quantities of items received into the warehouse, and posts receivers to inventory.
• Processes, tracks, and manages the purchase order process for purchasing inventory.
• Works with vendors and the Purchasing Manager on pricing and purchase order updates.
• Communicates with internal departments regarding estimated shipping departures and keeps Acumatica updated with shipment arrival dates.
• Provides general clerical support and performs other duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.

Qualifications and Knowledge

• High school diploma/GED Required, 4-year degree preferred
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• General knowledge of warehouse operating procedures and protocol
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in purchasing
• Previous experience in logistics and/or tracking shipments preferred.
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Demonstrated high attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and core components. Must demonstrate high degree of knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal skills combined with proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, self-starter.
• Ability to critically think and solve problems independently.
• Ability to respond to common directions. Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Able to maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Demonstration of flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position.

Wilmar, LLC. benefits include:

• Medical insurance (United Health Care NexusACO base plan with 2 PPO buy up options)
• Delta Dental insurance (up to $2,000 annual benefit)
• Vision (United Healthcare)
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Group Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)
• Company Paid AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Group Term Life Insurance/AD&D
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• 401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
• Paid time off: vacation and sick time
• Seven paid holidays
• Annual incentive plan
• Employee discount on Wilmar, LLC products

Wilmar, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.