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<h2>About Us</h2> <p><strong><u>Company Overview</u></strong></p> <p>Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across United States and Canada.  In conjunction with Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and hardware solutions, FBM supports a broad range of construction and architectural projects nationwide.</p> <p> </p> <p>Together, FBM and UDHG’s 8,000+ Team Members are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development.  By combining scale, specialty expertise, and a customer-first mindset, we deliver high-quality products and services to contractors, builders, and project teams across diverse markets.  As the organization continues to grow and evolve following the recent acquisition by Lowe’s, we are investing in strong, forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success.</p> <h2>Overview</h2> <p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p> <p>Foundation Building Materials (FBM<strong>)</strong> is now seeking an enthusiastic <strong>Purchase</strong>r to join our team. Purchaser are a dynamic group of individuals that are capable of multi-tasking while successfully maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction to both external and internal customers. At FBM we believe in doing business with integrity and being the Company of Choice for both our customers and our team. Come build your career with an exciting and growing organization within the building products industry!</p> <h2>Responsibilities and Qualifications</h2> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>Purchasing & Procurement Operations </strong></p> <ul> <li>Coordinates timely ordering of materials to maintain service levels and meet inventory return goals</li> <li>Prepares, enters, and administers purchase orders ensuring accurate material descriptions, cost coding, pricing, and documentation</li> <li>Adheres to all purchasing policies, processes, and procedures</li> <li>Reviews purchase order claims and supplier contracts for compliance with company policies</li> <li>Tracks delinquent or delayed purchase order arrivals and communicates status to appropriate stakeholders</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Vendor Coordination      </strong></p> <ul> <li>Supports the Purchasing Manager in identifying, evaluating, and maintaining relationships with vendors for materials, supplies, equipment, and services</li> <li>Stays informed about vendor offerings, new products, and pricing trends</li> <li>Assists in resolving vendor-related issues, including product returns or discrepancies</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Inventory & Quality Control</strong></p> <ul> <li>Helps manage inventory through purchasing and quality control activities</li> <li>Collaborates with Warehouse teams to ensure products arrive in good condition and discrepancies are resolved promptly</li> <li>Monitors material availability and reports potential shortages or delays</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Market Awareness & Reporting</strong></p> <ul> <li>Analyzes current and anticipated market and delivery conditions to support purchasing decisions</li> <li>Stays up to date on industry trends, product innovations, and general market movement, communicating relevant information to the team</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Collaboration & Communication</strong></p> <ul> <li>Analyzes current and anticipated market and delivery conditions to support purchasing decisions</li> <li>Stays up to date on industry trends, product innovations, and general market movement, communicating relevant information to the team</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Miscellaneous</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support our values in the stated areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers</li> <li>Other duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Valid driver’s license required</li> <li>Must be a high school graduate or have GED</li> <li>In addition to the skills and abilities noted above, the associate must be capable of the physical demands identified below</li> <li>Repetitive lift – frequent light lifting</li> <li>Climbing ladders, stairs, equipment – ability to access upper floor offices</li> <li>Repetitive motion of hands, or wrists – ability to demonstrate product</li> <li>Seeing – vision skills, reading and writing skills</li> <li>Talking – verbal skills</li> <li>Amount of time sitting up or standing in place – may alternate and move about</li> <li>Stoop or bend – occasionally as needed to access files, records, or products</li> <li>Hearing – must be able to hear back up alarms, customer horns, etc. and communicate with co-workers and others in person and via telephone</li> </ul> <p> </p> <h2>Compensation and Benefits</h2> <p><strong><u>Reports To</u></strong></p> <p>Regional Procurement Manager</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong><u>Compensation</u></strong></p> <p>The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position. Within the range, individual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, and work location within state. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.  </p> <ul> <li><strong>Base:</strong> $29.00 - $38.00 per hour</li> <li><strong>Total Compensation (Base + Bonus): </strong>The successful candidate could reasonably expect a Total Compensation Package in the range of $60,000- $80,000<em>.</em></li> <li><strong>Equity:</strong> This role is not eligible for equity opportunities, awards or grants.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong></p> <p>At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work.  Our excellent package includes:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, Dental and Vision plans with leading national providers</li> <li>Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</li> <li>Company Provided Basic Life and Accident Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)</li> <li>Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)</li> <li>Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage</li> <li>Legal Insurance Plan</li> <li>Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Company Holidays</li> <li>401(k) plan with generous company match</li> </ul> <h2>Statements</h2> <p><strong><u>Equal Opportunity Employer</u></strong></p> <p>Foundation Building Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.</p> <p> </p> <p>In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at Talent@myfbm.com.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong><u>Posting Period</u></strong></p> <p>This job will be posted for at least 5 days, starting on the initial post date reflected above.</p>

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