Multi-Branch Purchasing Analyst

Overview

Join our team as a full-time Multi-Branch Purchasing Analyst, partnering closely with the Regional Buyer Lead to drive high fill rates and healthy inventory across the region from our Decatur, IL office.

Impact you’ll make

• Support sales with rapid sourcing for unusual or non-standard orders.
• Issue and manage dropship purchase orders with precision.
• Create part numbers and validate pricing for non-stock items at point of sale.
• Resolve vendor product and shipping discrepancies to protect customer timelines.
• Act as a professional liaison with internal Sales/Customer Service and vendor teams.
• Negotiate purchase agreements balancing quality, delivery dependability, and price.
• Analyze quotes, price proposals, and financial data to confirm fair, reasonable costs.
• Set delivery expectations with suppliers and track performance.
• Verify quality of received goods; escalate issues to suppliers and management.
• Build, qualify, and maintain a robust vendor network for assigned materials.
• Correct invoices and shipping errors; manage replacements, cancellations, and engineering changes.
• Maintain up-to-date product pricing in collaboration with the Purchasing Manager.

What we’re looking for

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s (0–3 years) OR Associate’s/High School (1–3 years) with demonstrated potential and coachability.
• Background in ERP-based purchasing and inventory management within industrial distribution.
• Multi-branch purchasing experience; familiarity with Eclipse ERP or similar text-based replenishment tools is a plus.
• Proven problem-solver with practical decision-making skills for one-off situations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong administrative/documentation abilities; sharp math skills and critical attention to detail.
• PC proficiency with Microsoft Suite; advanced Excel capability.
• Clear, persuasive communicator with solid presentation, negotiation, and influencing strengths.
• Highly organized; thrives amid fast pace and urgency.

Proficiency essentials

• Data analysis and manipulation
• Excellent communication skills
• Shop math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Microsoft Excel

Role specifics

• Reports to: Regional Buyer Lead
• Schedule: Full-time, on-site in Decatur, Illinois
• Relocation: Not offered
• Sponsorship: Not available
• Compensation: Pay salary range $45–47k

Why this role?

Grow your sourcing, vendor management, and ERP purchasing expertise in a multi-branch environment where results and teachability are recognized with added responsibility.