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Description
At Nassco, buying isn't just about placing orders—it's about building partnerships, shaping product strategy, and helping our business grow. We're looking for an experienced Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment and enjoys owning their category from strategy to execution.
Description
At Nassco, buying isn't just about placing orders—it's about building partnerships, shaping product strategy, and helping our business grow. We're looking for an experienced Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment and enjoys owning their category from strategy to execution.
This role is ideal for someone who loves working with suppliers, digging into data, spotting opportunities, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver the right products at the right time—for our customers and our sales teams.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Buyer at Nassco, you'll take full ownership of assigned product categories, managing a large and diverse supplier base while ensuring inventory health, strong margins, and outstanding fill rates. You'll be hands-on every day-placing purchase orders, negotiating with vendors, and solving supply challenges-while also playing a strategic role in shaping category direction and sourcing new opportunities.
You Will
Build and grow relationships with 100+ vendors across thousands of SKUs
Identify, evaluate, and implement new sourcing opportunities- both domestic and international
Lead category reviews and develop strategies that drive growth, profitability, and efficiency
Negotiate pricing, terms, minimums, and delivery to meet or exceed company goals
Partner closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Supply Chain to support customer needs
Analyze market trends, costs, and supply risks to stay ahead of change
Proactively manage inventory levels, turns, GMROI, and fill rates
Tackle supply challenges head-on, from back orders to discontinued items
Take ownership of slow-moving and obsolete inventory
Serve as a product expert and trusted resource for internal teams
Step in as backup support for other buyers when needed
Requirements
You're someone who blends strong analytical skills with relationship-building savvy. You're organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable making informed decisions-sometimes independently, sometimes in collaboration with leadership.
We're Looking For
Proven experience in purchasing and sourcing within a distribution environment
Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
The ability to influence cross-functional partners toward shared goals
Comfort working with data to drive smart buying and inventory decisions
Excellent organization, follow-through, and multitasking skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
Strategic thinker with strong execution skills
ERP system expertise-you're the go-to person others rely on
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field, combined with relevant internships, co-op experience, or 1–2 years of professional experience, or 5+ years of related professional experience, in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
Why Nassco?
Founded in 1955, Nassco, Inc. is a growing, family-oriented company with locations across Wisconsin and Iowa. We are a recognized leader in the janitorial and packaging industries—and more importantly, a trusted partner to our customers.
Our Culture Is Guided By Our Core Values
We Act with Integrity.
We Are Passionate About the Customer Experience.
We Work Together.
We Are Champions of Productivity.
If those values resonate with you, you'll feel right at home here.
What We Offer
An in-office role with a collaborative, fun, and respectful team
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off and paid holidays
Profit sharing
401(k) with employer match
Nassco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Worksite address
new berlin, WI, 53151, US
Who can apply
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