Entry Level Assistant Buyer

W.B. Mason is seeking a full-time, Entry Level Assistant Buyer to join our buying team.

WHY SHOULD YOU CONSIDER JOINING US?

In this buying role, you will play a key part in keeping our inventory accurate, priced right, and ready to meet the needs of our customers. Here, you'll earn excellent pay and benefits!

THE GREAT PAY

This Assistant Buyer - Purchaser position offers a competitive pay structure and exciting benefits.

OUR SOLID BENEFITS

• • Medical and dependent care

• • Dental and vision insurance

• • BCBS Health Plans with a $0 in-network deductible and multiple coverage options

• • Short- and long-term disability

• • Company-provided or supplemental life insurance

• • A 401(k)

• • Flexible spend program

• • Paid holidays
  • Company-paid cell phone plan with unlimited texting, calling, and data, and the ability to add a family member for $55/month per line

WHO ARE WE?

We provide tailored services with a wide range of essential workplace products, including office supplies, furniture, cleaning items, and food service essentials. Our culture is built on trust and strong relationships, prioritizing internal advancement for career growth. Our team takes pride in our meaningful mission and values history, dedication, and teamwork. Join us on this journey!

WHAT DOES YOUR DAY ENTAIL?

This is a full-time position.

As an Assistant Buyer – Purchaser, you will spend your day assisting in buying and maintaining inventory to meet department and company goals. You will monitor daily purchasing reports, including Daily Fill Rate, Open Backorders, Stock Inventory On-Hand, and other key metrics, and you will compile monthly reporting for Buyers and Senior Buyers. You will proactively follow up with internal and external teams to resolve issues such as delinquent orders or backorders. You will place purchase orders while reviewing sales cost accuracy, freight, and other charges, and you will review strategic substitutions to ensure accuracy and compliance. You will communicate and work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and manage multiple vendor lines while supporting other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• • Bachelor's degree

• • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• • Strong business math, communication, and analytical skills as well as

• • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects to timely, accurate completion in a fast-paced environment

• • Ability to build and maintain productive cross-functional relationships
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, speak, hear, sit, use hands or fingers for data entry, and lift up to 25 pounds

Our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application makes it easy to get started.