Advanced Controls & Distribution, a GCG company, is currently hiring for a Buyer to join our Supply Chain organization.

This role will execute day-to-day transactions, including purchase orders, returns, buy forecasting, and ensure delivery of products and/or services to support customer needs. You will be responsible to participate in local supplier sourcing and selection, including pricing negotiation, and quotation management, establishing and maintaining item parameters to align with local business activity, and coordinate with procurement management to drive centralized supply and supplier activities.

About GCG

This is a terrific time to join GCG. We are a leading distributor of wire, cable, and connectivity solutions, serving a wide variety of industries through a service-oriented, responsive, and values-focused approach. Our mission is to provide our customers with the right products, services, and solutions while adhering to our core values of integrity, ethics, and respect for all. At GCG, We Make Connections Possible!

What You’ll Do

• Ensure processes and procedures are performed in a compliant manner (ordering within lead times and minimum order quantities, minimizing stock-outs, etc.)
• Manage purchase orders processed from requisition to goods receipt in accordance with ERP/MRP and/or customer requirements
• Procure goods or services as required by business at the right time, price, and quantity
• Manage daily systems, processes, and procedures
• Work with suppliers and cross-functional team to communicate price changes with appropriate lead times
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement
• Participate in supplier evaluations, scorecards, and reviews
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process
• Perform other job-related duties as required

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related experience
• 3+ years of experience in a buyer, purchasing, and/or supply chain role
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel proficiency is a MUST)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills

GCG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

These duties and responsibilities are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.