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Excess Inventory Buyer
ASC Global · United States · back to the listing
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commercial sales representative — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Commercial sales representatives represent a company in selling and providing information on goods and services to businesses and organisations.
Also known as: field sales representative, technical and commercial sales executive, field sales executive, sales and marketing consultant, business development representative, technical and commercial sales representative
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Excess Inventory Buyer
Location:Remote, Global
Industry:Independent Electronic Components Distribution
Level:Mid–Senior (2–6 Years Experience)
ASC Global, a leading independent distributor of electronic components since 1996, is expanding our global purchasing team. We are seeking a commercially sharpExcess Inventory Buyerwho understands the dynamics of the electronic components market.
This role focuses on identifying, managing, and acquiring excess inventory from our current customers. It is a relationship-driven, high-activity position that combines outreach, negotiation, and account management, while maintaining accurate, up-to-date inventory visibility across your customer base. You’ll ensure we stay on top of excess stock opportunities through structured follow-ups and strong supplier engagement, using confident negotiation to secure inventory at the right price and terms.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Proactively reach out to existing customers to identify excess and slow-moving inventory
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with our partners
• Source and evaluate excess stock opportunities for purchase or consignment
• Regularly check in with customers to ensure inventory lists are current and accurate
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and purchase agreements with suppliers
• Collaborate closely with global sales and purchasing teams to match supply with demand
• Track market trends, pricing movements, and inventory availability
• Maintain accurate records in CRM and internal systems
• Manage a consistent pipeline of inventory opportunities throughhigh-volume outreach
What We’re Looking For
2–6 years of experience in:
• Electronic components distribution / brokering, or
• A related B2B sales, sourcing, or account management role
• Understanding of excess inventory, supply/demand dynamics, and component life cycles
• Strong communication skills withfluent English (spoken and written)
• Confident on the phone and comfortable with high-volume outreach and relationship building
• Solid negotiation skills and commercial awareness
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing follow-ups
• Comfortable working remotely and across time zones (partial overlap with US hours required)
• CRM and spreadsheet proficiency
What We Offer
• Competitive base salary + commission on acquired, then sold inventory
• Access to a global network of customers and suppliers
• A stable, well-established company with strong market presence
• Collaborative, performance-driven team environment
• Long-term growth opportunities within purchasing and trading functions
If you understand the electronic components space and enjoy building relationships while uncovering hidden inventory opportunities - we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
2–6 years of experience in:
• Electronic components distribution / brokering, or
• A related B2B sales, sourcing, or account management role
• Understanding of excess inventory, supply/demand dynamics, and component life cycles
• Strong communication skills withfluent English (spoken and written)
• Confident on the phone and comfortable with high-volume outreach and relationship building
• Solid negotiation skills and commercial awareness
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing follow-ups
• Comfortable working remotely and across time zones (partial overlap with US hours required)
• CRM and spreadsheet proficiency
Benefits
What We Offer
• Competitive base salary + commission on acquired, then sold inventory
• Access to a global network of customers and suppliers
• A stable, well-established company with strong market presence
• Collaborative, performance-driven team environment
• Long-term growth opportunities within purchasing and trading functions
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