Category Buyer/Analyst in Swindon

US LBM is one of the leading and fastest growing distributors of specialty building materials in the United States, with a team of over 15,000 employees located throughout the country. Since our founding in 2009, we have acquired over 70 companies and have expanded to more than 500 locations serving 37 states. US LBM is a progressive organization that promotes a unique culture that focuses on the value of its customers and associates. Developing our people is critical to our strategy and fostering our culture of empowerment.

A Brief Overview

The US LBM Category Buyer/Analyst is responsible for supporting the purchasing process within a specific product category, optimizing supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, and contributing to overall supply chain efficiency. This position focuses on executing category strategies, managing supplier negotiations, and ensuring that all strategic sourcing activities align with business goals and objectives.

What you will do:

• Manage procurement activities for assigned product categories, including sourcing, purchasing, and supplier relationship management, while ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and secure favorable terms, pricing, and delivery conditions to achieve the best value for the company.
• Work closely with fulfillment and operations teams to manage inventory levels, forecast demand, and ensure timely and accurate supplier performance to meet customer needs.
• Conduct market analysis to stay informed on industry trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities. Utilize this information to develop category strategy and make strategic decisions in the sourcing process.
• Regularly review supplier performance and implement corrective actions if necessary to ensure continuous improvement.
• Support the negotiation and management of supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Develop and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising on quality or delivery timelines. Identify and pursue opportunities for efficiency improvements in the purchasing process.

Required For All Jobs:

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adhere to Company's commitment to workplace safety.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field preferred.

Experience Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in sourcing, preferably within a specific category or industry.
• Strong knowledge of the building material industry to support Supply Chain objectives.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Ability to analyze market trends and data to inform procurement decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience in category management or managing specific product categories.
• Familiarity with supplier performance evaluation techniques and KPI development.

US LBM Holdings, LLC, is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.