Hardware Engineer jobs in Omaha, NE

Company Overview

Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Its products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 130,000 product offerings, 106 locations across North America, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 100,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever changing industry.

As Richelieu has celebrated 54 years of successful business since our humble beginnings in 1968, we understand the significance of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these Five Core Values and serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.

These values are what provides Richelieu the strength to live out our daily Mission: Enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Buyer to join our team of professionals in our O'Harco (a division of Richelieu) branch location in Omaha, Nebraska.

Being a member of the Richelieu team means that you are part of something bigger than just yourself. As a growing and winning international organization that places emphasis on its people and culture, its career development opportunities, and the realization that healthy living is in part achieved by the proper balance of work and home, we are excited to be a company that our employees are passionate about! More can be found out about us at Richelieu.com as well as Richelieu YouTube.

Key Responsibilities

The Buyer is responsible for the replenishment of a portfolio of products from a specific grouping of suppliers. He/she will hold responsibility for the timely execution of purchase orders, therefore ensuring the maintenance of optimum inventory levels. 

• Maintain an optimum level of inventory for a portfolio of suppliers
• Analyze and take action on the recommendations of company Supply Reports
• Be responsible for tracking orders with suppliers
• Understand supplier service variables and provide effective solutions in order to maintain at satisfactory levels
• Address potential service issues with supplier base portfolio
• Work collaboratively with sales, purchasing, warehouse, and product management teams in order to produce/maintain a state-of-the-art experience for our customers

What We Are Looking For

• Relevant purchasing experience, especially if you have worked with distribution of products and/or building materials
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizing skills
• Coachable, proactive, strong work ethic
• Experience with an ERP system
• University degree or some college is preferred, but not required

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive market-based pay
• Group insurance program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, etc.)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matching
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays