Senior Buyer, Global Sourcing & Import Procurement

For over 70 years Global Industrial has been an industry leader providing private label and brand name industrial equipment and supplies to businesses throughout North America.

We carry over one million industrial, material handling and business products that are sold through our website, corporate sales people and full color catalogs. We are constantly increasing our product offerings to meet the diverse and changing needs of our customers. Our customers include small to large corporations, institutions, government agencies and consumers across North America.

Global Sourcing & Procurement
Manage end-to-end purchasing activities for imported Exclusive Brand and private-label product lines sourced from Asian suppliers
Execute and manage purchase orders to support inventory targets, customer demand, and service-level objectives
Analyze system-generated and manual purchasing requirements to ensure timely replenishment and order placement
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with overseas factories, vendors, and supplier partners
Contact suppliers to obtain quotations, lead time updates, product cross-references, and delivery information
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, MOQs, and freight-related efficiencies to improve margins and supply continuity
Drive supplier improvement initiatives related to cost, quality, delivery performance, and lead-time reduction
Monitor supplier production schedules and proactively address supply risks, delays, shortages, and inventory impacts
Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination
Coordinate stock transfers and inventory balancing activities with U.S. distribution centers to support service levels and inventory optimization across North American operations
Collaborate closely with Inventory Planning, Logistics, Operations, and U.S.-based product teams to support replenishment and forecasting activities
Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers to ensure efficient inbound import operations
Analyze purchasing trends, landed costs, tariffs, freight trends, and supply chain impacts to support strategic purchasing decisions
Resolve supplier, shipment, inventory, and transfer-related issues in a timely and professional manner
Resolve purchasing-related issues including delivery delays, supplier invoice discrepancies, damaged, and inventory variances
Supplier Performance & Process Improvement
Track and evaluate supplier performance, including on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness
Maintain accurate and auditable purchasing records, supplier files, pricing data, catalogs, and documentation within ERP and procurement systems
Maintain supplier performance history, vendor information, and procurement documentation to support reporting and sourcing decisions
Support continuous improvement and automation initiatives related to purchasing systems, reporting tools, and procurement workflows
Participate in supplier reviews, factory visits, and international sourcing trips as required
Support initiatives focused on procurement process improvements, inventory optimization, and supplier performance enhancement

Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations, Finance, or a related field preferred
510+ years of experience in purchasing, global sourcing, or import procurement within distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, retail, or industrial environments
Proven experience working directly with Asian factories and international suppliers
Strong understanding of direct-import procurement and global supply chain operations
Demonstrated success negotiating pricing, supplier agreements, lead times, and commercial terms
Experience coordinating inventory replenishment and intercompany stock transfers across distribution networks
Knowledge of international logistics, freight operations, customs procedures, tariffs, and Incoterms
Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in PC applications to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Teams, Power BI, and relevant planning engines (Blue Ridge, JDA, Oracle, SAP)
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Excellent communication, negotiation, collaboration, and supplier relationship management skills
High level of initiative, accountability, and sense of urgency
Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required
Preferred Experience
Industrial, commercial, or technical product categories
Experience with ERP - SAP, Oracle
Experience with planning/replenishment software Blue Ridge, Oracle, etc.
Direct-import container programs and overseas sourcing models
Exclusive Brand or private-label sourcing environments
Distribution, wholesale, or multi-branch business operations
Managing high-SKU purchasing portfolios in fast-paced environments
Experience supporting cross-border inventory transfers between Canadian and U.S. distribution centers

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