Purchasing Manager

Develops and leads all purchasing strategy with a focus on business growth in a cost-controlledenvironment. Lead critical decision-making in areas of min-max strategy, on-hand inventory targets, adjustments

for changing lead times, and analyzing/managing order point algorithms. Balance the goal of WOWing thecustomers with on-hand inventory with need to manage inventory investment.

• Direct Management of the buyer team responsible for all ordering, using current sales data, historical data,
• Seasonality trends and Sales Forecast to determine appropriate quantities and timing.
• Communicate with internal departments and leadership on supplier performance and inventory availability.
• Work together with Sales and Marketing for upcoming sales campaigns and promotions.
• Direct buyers in managing assigned categories.
• Work with New Product Development to understand products.
• Work with suppliers on consistent and timely order fulfillment.
• Analyze, anticipate, and react to product seasonality trends.
• Training and on-boarding for all buyers
• Supplier & Product Management
  
  
  
  • Negotiate terms, pricing, lead time, Minimum Order quantities (MOQ) as needed
  • Update supplier information, pricing, MOQ, lead time as needed.
  • Communicate directly with suppliers on production plans and ways to improve efficiency.
  
  
  
  
• Accurate and timely reporting on inventory position, investment, and actions implemented.

• Skills and abilities consistent with a college degree.
• 5-7 years advanced level purchasing and ERP experience + bachelor degree or 10+ years of advanced level purchasing and ERP experience.
• Proven track record of leading a team of buyers for a minimum of 5 years.
• Proven track record of employee development and advancing a team

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