Buyer

Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:
* Negotiate prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.
* Manage the department for which they buy.
* Confer with sales and purchasing personnel to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
* Examine, select, order, and purchase at the most favorable price merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors.
* Analyze and monitor sales records, trends and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed.
* Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise.
* Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products.
Required Experience:
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Minimum of 1 year experience in purchasing
* Experience using ERP ideal; SAP a bonus
* Previous experience in A/P or A/R a plus
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 1/2 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.