About Us
Morris & Dickson Co. is a leading pharmaceutical distribution company with a longstanding commitment to excellence in service and reliability. With more than 180 years of service, we combine the stability of a legacy business with the energy of a rapidly growing organization. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to fostering a culture of excellence that puts customers first and empowers our people to deliver impact every day.
About The Role
Reporting to the Senior Buyer, the
Associate Buyer plays a key role in supporting purchasing operations and ensuring data accuracy across procurement systems. This position focuses on learning vendor management basics, compliance requirements, and procurement processes while assisting Buyers with routine tasks. You’ll gain hands-on experience with ERP systems, purchase order management, and reporting, building a strong foundation for a career in supply chain and procurement.
We’re seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual who’s eager to learn and contribute to a fast-paced environment. This role offers a strong foundation for building analytical skills, learning pricing operations, and contributing to a fast-paced, data-driven environment. While it’s a great fit for someone looking to develop early in their career, we also welcome candidates with deeper experience who bring valuable perspective and leadership.
What You'll Do
- Support purchase order (PO) entry and order tracking for routine categories
- Maintain item and pricing data integrity in ERP systems
- Assist higher-level Buyers with order entry and reporting tasks
- Generate and distribute basic procurement reports
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Pricing, and other internal teams
- Provide administrative support for shortage and recall tasks
- Learn procurement systems, vendor basics, and compliance requirements through hands on-experience
What Success Looks Like
- You consistently deliver reliable, high-quality work
- You meet or exceed expectations on key performance goals or metrics
- You collaborate well with others and build strong working relationships
- You identify and solve problems with a proactive mindset
- You embody M&D’s values in how you show up and support the team
What You’ll Need To Succeed
- Basic proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets (advanced skills a plus)
- Prior procurement experience is a plus
- College degree preferred, ideally in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Ability to follow structured processes and adapt to change
- Organized, dependable, and eager to learn
- Strong interest in finance, analytics or operations
Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- HRA, HSA, and FSA reimbursement accounts
- Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short & Long-term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Fitness Program Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K Savings Plan with a company match
Why Join Us
At M&D, you’ll be part of a mission that matters. We take pride in our history, but we’re building for the future, and that means investing in people who care about doing meaningful work with a strong, stable company. You’ll find growth opportunities, teammates who have your back, and leaders who support your development. When you bring your best, we make a bigger difference, together.
