Buyer

Description

 Fromm is a leading electrical supply company in the Mid-Atlantic region, recognized for its growth potential and commitment to excellence. Now in its third generation of family ownership, we continue to foster a workplace that empowers top talent and promotes success. 

Are you highly analytical with a knack for vendor relationships and procurement strategy? Ready to take ownership of a role that keeps our shelves stocked, our customers satisfied, and our growth on track? At Fromm, we’re seeking a Buyer Associate who will manage purchasing operations, support our branch teams, and proactively forecast business needs to meet demand efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Place and manage purchase orders for resale materials across multiple branches.
• Maintain vendor relationships and assess promotional and volume-buy opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to forecast inventory needs and avoid stock-outs.
• Monitor system reports to catch anomalies, dead stock, or expiring materials.
• Coordinate warehouse transfers and support inventory control for assigned locations.
• Partner with sales teams to fulfill special customer orders and resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze cost trends, vendor incentives, and inventory data to improve purchasing eff.iciency
• Support physical inventory events and provide coverage for other buying roles.
• Utilize vendor websites and portals to track orders and confirm availability.
• Drive procurement process improvements while staying within budget targets.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 1+ years in purchasing or equivalent experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Sharp attention to detail and organizational follow-through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business system applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving agility.
• Confident in calculating percentages, analyzing stock trends, and managing thresholds.

Unlock Your Next Career Opportunity!

We offer exceptional benefits, including:   Competitive pay, Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k match, Generous paid time off, Life and disability insurance, And much more!

Join Fromm Electric and help drive smarter purchasing and operational excellence across our expanding network. Apply now and become part of our team.