We are seeking a highly motivated Vendor Relations and Inventory Procurement Specialist to join our team. This role involves establishing and evaluating vendor relationships, maintaining top-quality inventory at the lowest cost, and providing essential training to vendors and buyers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing, vendor management, and inventory control.
Key Responsibilities
Establish relationships with key auctions and vendors to secure the best quality automobiles at the lowest average costs.
Conduct quarterly reviews of “Preferred Vendors” and “Auctions” based on repairs, cost, and mix.
Develop new vendors and auctions, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures.
Travel with the Regional Purchasing team, Area Operations Managers, VP of Inventory, and VPO to review sources, quality, and negotiation skills, providing follow-up training as necessary.
Evaluate numeric performance and develop improvement plans for the Purchasing team.
Monitor and influence inventory levels and title management at Car-Mart locations through guidance and direction.
Assist in developing and maintaining forms and training documentation related to inventory.
Continuously seek ways to improve the quality and cost of inventory procurement, including transportation, source management, and personal expenses.
Assist Operations management in recognizing the performance of individual Purchasing team members by Region.
Maintain surplus inventory fulfillment centers; ensure the quality and price of vehicles; distribute titled inventory as needed.
Maintain, update, and distribute vehicle “Purchasing Guidelines” to ensure high-quality standards for our customers.
Formulate and implement quality purchasing guidelines.
Attend monthly Regional Managers Meetings to provide inventory and purchasing-related information.
Collaborate with Area Managers, Regional Purchasing team members, and General Managers to discuss performance and improvements, distributing vehicles from the fulfillment center as needed.
Assist the Vice President of Operations with source establishment and growth, including in larger metro areas outside their boundaries.
Represent the company professionally in all disputes or issues with any vendors or contractors.
Qualifications
Proven experience in purchasing, vendor management, and inventory control.
Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel as required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in developing and implementing purchasing guidelines.
Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and departments.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Friendly and supportive work environment
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Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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