since 1880 did not happen by chance. It has developed over time through our commitment to conducting business ethically and by providing continuous learning, improvement and development opportunities for its number one asset, employees. You owe it to yourself to find out what Ahern has to offer!
How you will contribute: You will prepare pricing requests to meet technical specifications and competitive pricing necessary for decision-making. You will be responsible for sourcing material with suppliers that meet technical specifications, quality, delivery, and competitive pricing. Demonstrate basic negotiation skills and have a good understanding of terms and conditions. You will negotiate
with suppliers to obtain volume discounts and process requisitions and purchase orders for procuring goods, services, and supplies. You will be responsible for collaboration with business units in preplan meetings and/or turnover meetings to ensure the setup of supply chain requirements including assisting project teams in gathering material submittals.
Identify bulk buying, cost reduction, and supplier consolidation opportunities. Demonstrate the ability to manage supplier relationships by utilizing metrics through business intelligence dashboards , monthly performance meetings, and annual business reviews. You will collaborate and problem-solve with internal and external stakeholders
to create action plans for quality and performance issues, while also focusing on supplier performance metrics.
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of products, equipment, and services. Comprehend products/items application in various trades. You may assist in the training, mentoring, and development of team members on purchasing processes, product knowledge, sourcing, and utilizing supply chain metrics to reach department goals. You will process price updates for system applications to maintain pricing for estimation and purchasing purposes. Provide suggestions about current commodity trends. You will resolve disputed invoice discrepancies by working with internal and external stakeholders.
You will be responsible for the negotiation of restocking fees on returned material. Process product returns and credits in a timely manner. Responsible for all aspects of safety, continuous improvement/efficiency improvement, and adhering to policies and procedures. You will perform other related duties as requested or assigned. What you need to qualify: A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years prior purchasing experience is preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to execute tasks with a great amount of detail. What's in it for you? The Company has a commitment to excellence that extends beyond our outstanding customer satisfaction ratings and numerous safety awards. The Company extends this commitment by passing a significant amount of profits back to employees through bonus programs, and generous 401K match. Ahern has a health benefits package that ranks in the top 20% of all plans nationally. Ahern also has a wellness program that was designed to keep employees and their families happy and healthy. Significant investment in employee training programs, advancement opportunities, educational assistance, and flexible work schedules have helped Ahern stand out above others in the industry.
Experience for yourself why Ahern has been voted the Best Place to Work! Ahern is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages veterans, women, minorities, and disabled individuals to apply. #pro
in highway hospitality. As a retail cashier, we want you to go beyond the day-to-day work and truly succeed. You will have the chance to interact with people from all over, making their travels and their day better. If you enjoy making people smile and are looking for a great opportunity to grow along with a winning team, join us today!
How You Will Fit In Win customers over by being friendly and impressing them with your care Always put the safety and happiness of your customers first Take ownership in helping to run the store, operating the point of sale system, assisting customers, and providing general housekeeping Be a source for answers as customers ask for directions or need to
locate something in the store Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some nights, weekends or holidays Be reliable, accountable and presentable Capability to do some light lifting, working up to 8-hour shifts and doing light paperwork, including basic math Benefits That Can’t Be Beat Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans Flexible Scheduling Road to Success Program for career development On-the-job training Competitive pay (paid weekly) Team Member bonus program Holiday pay 401(k) with matching contributions Pet Insurance Parental Leave Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program Typical Physical Demands Regularly required to talk and hear Requires standing and walking, with
some bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus Work Environment While performing these duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons.
Occasionally, the employee will also be exposed to fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc.
Diversity Statement From the founding of Love’s, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion. In order to sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, interactionual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation.
Grow Far with Love's As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each and every one of our people succeed is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training. If management is your path, we will help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and hard work is not only recognized, but rewarded. Whether youa rre looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love’s, all roads lead to success!
Job Function(s): Retail Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States. For more than 55 years, we have provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces. ” We are passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly. The Love’s Family of Companies includes: Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets Speedco, the light mechanical and trucking service specialists Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert
