JOB TITLE
Buyer

SALARY
Non-Exempt – Full Time - Hourly

JOB LOCATION
Arhaus Upholstery – Conover, NC

WEEKLY HOURS
Monday – Friday > 40 Hours per week
Overtime as needed

DEPARTMENT
Purchasing

REPORTS TO
Purchasing Supervisor

POSITION DETAILS

JOB PURPOSE
A variety of processes within supply chain management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide support and guidance to the purchasing assistant. Act as a backup to the Purchasing Supervisor. Maintain and Create Purchase Orders for plant operations. Contact vendors for shipping information and update computer systems, teams, and spreadsheets as required.  Prepare BOL for shipment of materials to outside finishers. Review repair tickets for order of correct components needed. Order materials needed to complete upcoming schedules correctly and in a timely manner and provide status updates on delivery issues. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Heated and cooled, typical office environment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Minimum

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None

DIRECT REPORTS
None

QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2+ years’ experience in purchasing and planning.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2+ years’ experience in furniture purchasing and planning.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or Equivalent

PREFERRED EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree

REQUIRED SKILLS

Must have strong collaboration and interpersonal communication skills – speaking, presenting, writing, and focused listening. Must have strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Must be able to multi-task. Must be able and willing to train others. Must have sound judgment and effective decision-making abilities. Must be able to determine root cause analysis and troubleshoot issues. Strict attention to detail is a must.

Must be quality minded; must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications and computer technology.

Must be able to perform established goals in a fast-paced environment.

Must be a Team Player. Must be reliable.  Must be able to work with minimum supervision. Must have your own reliable transportation. Must be able to work Weekends and Overtime. Must have strong communication skills in reading, comprehending, speaking, and writing in English.

PHYSICAL & ENVIROMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 15 lbs.
Must be able to sit for a minimum of 8 hours per day. Some walking/standing is required.
Must be able to work in normal conditions of a furniture manufacturing plant which is heated and cooled, as well as a typical office environment.
Must have good vision.
Must be able to wear required PPE of Safety Glasses and close toe/close heal shoes when required.
Must be able to adhere to all Safety policies and procedures to prevent injuries to yourself and others.

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.