Buyer

Title:

Buyer

Location:

Athens, GA

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm

Why Turtle?

At Turtle, we’re redefining what it means to be an industry leader in electrical distribution, and we want you to be part of our exciting journey! For over 100 years, we’ve built a reputation for innovation, excellence, and exceptional customer service—and we’re just getting started. We are a diverse, passionate team spread across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, committed to growth, learning, and creating opportunities for each other. At Turtle, every day is a chance to make a real difference, solve complex challenges, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We believe in fostering an environment that inspires collaboration and sparks creativity, where employees are empowered to contribute to our mission and shape the future of the industry. If you're looking for a fast-paced, dynamic career where your ideas are valued and your growth is prioritized, Turtle is the place for you. Join us and be a part of a company that’s making waves and empowering its people to do extraordinary things every single day!

About The Role

Turtle is seeking a skilled

Buyer

to work at a customer manufacturing location in Athens, GA. The Buyer will be responsible for expediting open purchase orders, managing information related to open orders, as well as, problem solving, managing returns, invoice management, purchasing goods within their assigned vendors, and deliver best in class customer service.

What You'll Do

- Product selection: Identify and select merchandise or materials that align with the company's target market and business needs.

- Market research: Analyze sales data, market trends, and consumer preferences to make informed purchasing decisions.

- Supplier management: Find and evaluate new vendors, negotiate contracts, and maintain positive relationships with existing suppliers.

- Price negotiation: Secure the best possible prices and terms by negotiating with suppliers.

- Budget management: Ensure all purchases are made within the allocated budget and authorize payments.

- Inventory and logistics: Work with inventory management to ensure proper stock levels, monitor orders, and confirm deliveries are on time and damage-free.

- Reporting: Monitor open purchase orders, track costs, and provide reports to management on purchasing activity and performance.

- Source and place purchase orders

- Manage information within the ERP system concerning back-orders, expected ship dates, etc.

- Proactively communicate with the sales team as it pertains to their open orders and back-order dates.

- Assist buyers with assigned current projects.

- Procure assigned items as required

What You'll Bring

- High School Diploma required

- MS Office (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

- Problem solving and analytical skills

- Communication skills (verbal & written)

- Ability to be a self starter, organize and prioritize work

- Must possess a willingness to learn.

- Strong negotiation and analytical skills

- Excellent relationship-building abilities

- Strategic planning and forecasting abilities

- Ability to manage budgets and inventory effectively

What We Offer

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

- 401(k) plan

- Health insurance

- Dental insurance

- Vision insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid holidays

- Vacation

- Employee negotiated discounts

Who We Are

Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast. It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects, offering integrated services for the industrial and construction markets. Turtle Integrated division provides on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.

What To Do Next

You can begin by filling out our application online. If you want to learn more about Turtle, please visit our website www.turtle.com or our LinkedIn: @Turtle.

Turtle is proud to be is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.