Supply Chain Purchasing Specialist II - Comms

Summary:The Purchasing Specialist II is responsible for maintaining levels of inventory for assigned supplier line(s) consistent with the business plan that maximize sales, inventory turns and return on inventory.

Essential Job Duties:

Process assigned supplier(s) hardware, software and subscription/license purchases, orders and returnsUpdate Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA's) in SAP on all outstanding purchase orders

Manage Open Orders to ensure timely shipment and invoicingResolve Supplier receipt discrepancies & related parked/blocked invoices with business partners.Lead and execute stock rotationsManage slow moving, obsolete, end of life, and alternative inventoryMonitor sales pipeline, working directly with the Supplier Business ManagerMonitor sales, gross profit and return on inventory performance to goalMaintain relationship with supplier partner(s)Maintain an accessible and responsive relationship with ScanSource sales teams

Other duties as assignedRegular attendance is an essential function of this position

Reporting Relationships:

Direct supervision given from Manager, Supply Chain - PurchasingNo Direct ReportsDaily contact with supplier representatives, sales reps and ScanSource managementWill occasionally make presentations to both supplier and ScanSource Senior Management

Credentials:Required:

High School/GEDOrganizational SkillsComputer Skills (MS Office)

Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree or 2 or more years of relevant experience (technology or distribution)SAP Experience

Negotiation Skills

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit a computer terminal for long periods of timeAbility to be physically in attendance at workstation at designated company office location during normal business hours designated for the positionAbility to travel up to 10 percent of the timeAbility to lift 10 pounds

Compensation:Base Range : $50,000 - $55,000 and total compensation range $60,000 - $65,000Actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on a number of variables including work experience, education and skills/ achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.For non-sales roles and sales roles with a variable component, total compensation reflects both a base salary and variable targets.While we're committed to providing top-tier solutions, we're just as committed to supporting our own team. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching provision. Outside of CA, ScanSource grants 128 hours of paid time off (PTO) each calendar year (prorated for date of hire). In the state of CA, employees accrue a set number of hours each pay period equaling the same 128 hours of PTO. ScanSource also celebrates 8 paid company holidays.

ScanSource, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEOE/M/F