Job Description

BUYER (HYBRID REMOTE & IN OFFICE)

Daycon Products Company, a leading manufacturer and distributor of building maintenance supplies and services, is in search of Buyer to join our purchasing team based in Upper Marlboro, MD.  Daycon Buyers are responsible for researching, evaluating, and purchasing product based on price, service and quality to fit the needs of the business. In this role you will authorize and process purchase orders, maintain inventory records and ensure fill rate goals are met or exceeded. We invite you to become a part of our 80 year legacy and stellar reputation in the industry.  In return for your talents we offer you a fantastic working environment and great benefits. Apply today!

POSITION: Buyer

REPORTS TO: Director of Purchasing

HOURS: Core Business Hours are 8am-5pm with some schedule flexibility

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life, STD, LTD, Vacation, Personal

LOCATION: Upper Marlboro, MD with teleworking opportunities

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare, process and expedite purchase orders
• Provide purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with suppliers to stay current with trends, technologies, products and services
• Resolve issues from purchased product with internal and external clients
• Arrange for returns and replacements when necessary
• Manage plans for stock levels
• Perform detailed work related to purchasing with judgment, accuracy, confidentiality and promptness
• Consider the following factors when making purchasing decisions: customer demand, price, quality, availability, supplier lead time, market trends, company policy, and financial budgets
• Leverage knowledge of market demand fluctuations, seasonality and government regulations to make sound and strategic decisions
• Evaluate and minimize surplus inventory levels
• Regularly review key performance indicators such as inventory turns, out of stocks and fill rates
• Coordinate with other departments within the organization to ensure projects are completed

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 – 5 years of experience in purchasing or inventory planning in a high SKU count environment
• At least 2 years of successful forecasting or inventory management / demand planning experience (John Galt, MS Dynamics 365, Infor Cloud, or similar ERP systems)
• Advanced/expert level Excel skills with ability to create and automate dynamic models
• Proven ability to perform in-depth data analysis and present insights in a clear manner
• Familiar with modern purchasing methods, procedures, and specifications
• Experience partnering with vendors and suppliers
• Statistical modeling techniques: GLM multiple regression, logistic regression, log-linear regression, variable selection, etc.; preferred
• Ability to identify problems and come up with viable business solutions
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check

MORE ABOUT DAYCON:

Daycon Products Company has been a leading manufacturer and distributor of building maintenance supplies for the past 80 years.  You read that right, 80 YEARS. We are immensely proud of the Daycon legacy and we invite you to join our family. We provide innovative cleaning products and solutions, consulting and training, and coordination and education of green cleaning and sustainability programs for building owners, property managers, contract cleaners, public schools systems and universities. Daycon's corporate headquarters is located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland with additional retail locations throughout Maryland and Virginia.

Daycon Products offers a competitive base salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401K plan with company match, life insurance and both short and long term disability. For more information about Daycon Products Company, go to www.daycon.com.

Company Description

Daycon Products Company is a leading manufacturer and distributor of building maintenance supplies. We provide innovative cleaning products and solutions, consulting and training, and coordination and education of green cleaning and sustainability programs for building owners, property managers, contract cleaners, public schools systems and universities. Daycon's corporate headquarters are in Upper Marlboro Maryland, with branch and ProCenter locations throughout Maryland and Virginia. Daycon Products offers a competitive base salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401K plan with company match, life insurance and both short and long term disability. For more information about Daycon Products Company, go to www.daycon.com. Daycon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.