Procurement/Commodities Specialist
REXEL · Fall River, MA, United States · Posted Jun 30, 2026
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We are looking for a Procurement/Commodities Specialist to join our Rexel, USA team in Fall River, MA!
Summary:
The Procurement Specialist is responsible managing and improving Branch/Customer Solution Center in-stock fill rates by monitoring inventory levels and adjusting replenishment settings for its assigned vendors and regional distribution network and/or branches. The Procurement Specialist reviews, adjusts and executes daily recommended replenishment orders. The role is also responsible for expediting open POs and managing cost, quantity and defective issues with vendors.
What You'll Do:
Stock procurement/replenishment for assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers and/or assigned supplier lines
Daily review of critical items below minimum, allocations, or stock outs for all assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers
Address and process stock backorders and stock requests submitted via the system
Meet or exceed defined item availability service level for all assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers and/or assigned supplier lines
Meet or exceed defined inventory turns for all assigned Branch/ Customer Solution Centers and/or assigned supplier lines
Work with system planner to ensure accuracy of replenishment system data i.e. (lead-time, forecasting, standard package and buy multiplies)
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers on special buys i.e. (promo buys) in an effort to enhance and/or protect margins and maintain acceptable inventory levels
Work with Branch/ Customer Solution Centers associates to perpetuate stock sales growth for all responsible lines/branches
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers operations with non-conformity receipt issues
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers with supplier review process/workflow request submission
Assist Branch/ Customer Solution Centers on project/direct buys in an effort to maximize gross margin potential through applied supplier leverage techniques
Assist with any system cost maintenance issues through “Vendor Pricing” team for assigned branches and/or assigned supplier lines
Assist with negotiations of supplier returns to reduce excess/dead stock
Other duties as assigned
Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
What You'll Need
2+ years of professional purchasing/buying experience in the Electrical Distribution Industry
High School or GED - Required
4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office products
Effective communication skills with peers and Branch/DC personnel
Solid mathematical skills
Ability to negotiate competitive stock material acquisition cost
Ability to work with Branch/DC personnel and supplier representatives to identify new potential stocking items
Attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Ability to prioritize and organize
Physical Demands:
Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%
Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%
Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%
Weight and Force Demands:
Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
Up to 25 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
Working Environment:
Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally – up to 20%
Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
For the state of Massachusetts only, the pay range is $60K…