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5293 Haylee Rest
Chicago
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+1 (555) 557 0916
5293 Haylee Rest
Chicago
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+1 (555) 557 0916
Experience
Experience
Phoenix, AZ
Junior Buyer
Phoenix, AZ
Price-Hahn
Phoenix, AZ
Junior Buyer
- Works closely with Merchandising team to review department performance and develop areas for improvement
- Build and develop close working relationships with the account management function across key supply partners
- Monitor and communicate the performance of suppliers to suppliers as necessary to ensure continued or improved performance levels are achieved
- Support the concept of Category Management, promoting this concept within the team and assist in developing category and supplier strategies
- Work with the Buying Manager to develop the seasonal strategy, to include brand/designer mix inline with identified range plans
- Working closely with other areas of the business including Operations, Business Development, Marketing and Finance team
- Assist with the daily forecast and effective materials management of all non-inventory packaging supplies,
New York, NY
Vie-junior Buyer
New York, NY
Tromp, Smitham and Brown
New York, NY
Vie-junior Buyer
- Drive supply chain optimization (SCO), (e.g. cost workshops, total SCO), low performance supplier activities etc
- Manage tooling inventory including repair & replace of tools, and follow up supplier owned tooling
- Manage risk mitigation and crisis activities
- Give regular input to the Sourcing buyer/Supplier Host on supplier performance during the production phase
- Perform purchasing activities related to production orders, logistics and financial flows to the suppliers
- Contribute to Business Review Meetings (BRMs) with production performance
- Suppliers management
present
Boston, MA
Marketing Services Junior Buyer
Boston, MA
Wyman, Lehner and Gulgowski
present
Boston, MA
Marketing Services Junior Buyer
present
- Developing reports and analysis to monitor/assess spend area performance as well as productivity
- Manage the contracts creation, negotiation, reviews, storage through a close collaboration with the Legal team
- Manage the SEDEX registration and compliance of suppliers
- Assist in the elaboration of the new budget
- Manage the attribution of bonuses and the collection of rebates
- Own, analyze and report the A&P Budget using a close working relationship with the Finance team
- Manage the supplier relationship
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accuracy
Bachelor’s Degree in Accuracy
Belmont University
Bachelor’s Degree in Accuracy
Skills
Skills
- Possesses the ability to multi-task, ensure accuracy and quality of all outgoing work and cultivate strong relationships both inside and outside of the Company
- Technical Knowledge and proven track record of developing and trading highly commercial ranges that exceed sales / profit targets
- Coordinate all activities involved with the procurement of goods and services including price, availability, quality, and delivery
- Building up strong relationships with suppliers to deliver effective and profitable plans
- Ability to establish good working relationships with co-workers and personnel in other departments
- Good working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong negotiator with strong influencing and networking skills
- Able to deliver meaningful reports and cut through the information / detail in order to get to the real issue
- Ability to negotiate to achieve the most favorable terms and conditions for the Company
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists in maintaining all TWC purchasing policy and procedures
- Reviews and corrects daily all match exceptions between the Purchase order, receipts and invoices
- Monitors and enables vendor discounts to ensure they are optimized
- Assists and maintains the requisition loader process from the PeopleSoft Inventory module
- Trains and assists all other departments at Time Warner Cable in their purchasing needs
- Two or more years as a Buyer or equivalent experience
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Processing Requisitions
- Requests for Quotations (RFQ's)
- Checking Prices/Quantities/Quality
- Placing Orders both Planned and One Time Buys
- Information Flows
- Document and financial Accuracy and control
- Invoice Checking
- Reporting/ Executive Summaries
- Order Tracking including Expediting and Postponement
- RMA
- Cost Avoidance and Cost Reduction
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Order Administration: Establishes and/or reviews requirements, generates, adjusts and expedites purchase orders based on MRP results (or results based on other planning systems) and/or on requisition basis along with pertinent information being used to run the business that may influence order execution decisions. Coordinates with the Planners or Budget Owners to maintain optimal service levels and determine the proper priorities for support; Administers Purchase Orders based on authorized spending amount and applicable SOP's. Keeping informed of any problems/delays caused by Suppliers or general market conditions and communicates any impacts/constraints to the Planner, Business Unit or other discipline impacted by the change. Maintains an excellent working relationship with any entity within (or outside) of the company who will be impacted by the work conducted by this role which includes issue resolution, reconciliation of errors and correct the root cause of problems. Interfaces with core functions such as quality, engineering, planning and product development Identify areas of risk and implement mitigating action
- Supplier Management: Responsible for managing the day-to-day supplier relationship. Monitors and communicates quality and delivery performance within the company and to the supplier; Responsible to resolve supplier related issues and assures a positive and professional business relationship, always establishing and maintaining open lines of communication. Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing, Corporate Groups and other Sites in developing and implementing sourcing strategies and to support global supplier evaluation and selection as well as VIP creation
- Quality: Adheres to all applicable (Site, Corporate or Regulatory) requirements; Reviews and approves all change requests; Maintains accurate Master Data, AVL, Info record, Source List, e-Req etc. Constantly strives to improve the Quality of goods and services supplied
- Inventory Management: Formulates purchasing decisions to achieve 100% internal customer service, targeted DIOH and overall lowest TCO (total cost of ownership); Minimise the impact of expired, excess and obsolete materials and dispositions the material appropriately. Identify opportunities to implement best inventory management practices, such as automated Kanban and Consignment Programs
- Lean, Cost & Other: Perform other tasks as needed in support of achieving the highest level of quality, customer satisfaction and TCO. Assist in the development and implementation of Lean Strategies for improving of all aspects of the operation to improve Quality, deliver reduced cost and minimise waste. Identify cost saving opportunities from existing vendor base. Assist in the in the preparation and execution of the annual materials budget
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Degree in Economics
- 1/2 years of experience in the role, gained in International Companies
- Strong interpersonal skills; team-work oriented
- Problem solving oriented; strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Market and consumer awareness and an understanding of the consumer's motivation to buy
- Strong negotiator with strong influencing and networking skills
- Ability to prioritise and multi-task
- A good team player but also able to work autonomously when needed
- Good numerical and IT skills (ERP/ MS Office / CRM)
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Global Procurement Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist with negotiating and obtaining the best cost/value for part purchases
- Assist with negotiating and obtaining the best cost/value for non-product purchases
- Assist with the administration and oversight of key Long Term Agreements
- Engage in quotations, negotiations and the placing of purchase orders for raw materials and supplies and bringing open orders to closure
- Track suppliers to ensure performance to the contract terms & conditions and provide supplier status updates to the team
- Interpret contract requirements and work with internal customers to resolve contract issues
- Develop and manage forecasting systems and processes to achieve required inventory holdings within total inventory budget
- Provide detailed planning for long lead time items based on historical demand and future requirements from shop orders and new product development
- Follow up on and expedite delivery dates for materials purchased
- Determine if sufficient data, such as prints or specifications, are available for purchasing the correct material
- Provide input to materials cost and repair estimation process which will allow for timely cost estimates
- Resolve problems involving rejected material, problem suppliers and insufficient inventories
- Support PW’s continuous improvement (ACE), EH&S and ITC programs by complying with all policies and procedures, completing all required training and supporting all applicable committee activities
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Junior Buyer Analyst Resume Examples & Samples
- Coordinate and execute purchase plans and procure products required for the adidas and Reebok brands within the published calendar timelines and buy cycles
- Execute buy plans to align purchases to approved open to buy, inventory targets, stock turns and working capital (goods in transit)
- Follow Global Procurement Systems (GPS) and SAP-AFS procedures and policies during each purchase season and organize / execute buy plans to global calendars that are fully aligned to buy ready periods and supply production timing
- Per buy cycle generate supply and demand Reporting signals. This key reporting depicts customer demand, flow of goods, on-hand inventory and purchase picture that enables supply analyst to develop and present / collaborate on suggested buy plans for approval
- Monitor, maintain and update all Post buy exception reporting and Purchase Orders – transmission errors, planned dates, minimums, delays, ETA’s and actively trouble-shoot and solve problems. The integrity of supply information and dates is a key performance indicator to the full business
- Manage any exceptions to ensure supply capacity is properly allocated to purchases to fulfil on-time customer delivery. In the event of capacity issues, it could be necessary to expedite shipments or help prioritize orders/programs and arrange and communicate these plans
- Utilize calendars, price lists, global systems or product data bases to validate all article availability, buy ready, production periods and market dates
- Perform regular analysis of size curves, by product line/commodity and ensure sizing trends are taken into consideration during execution of buys along with consideration to specific market needs
- Develop an understanding of the Brand sales /marketing go to market processes, procedures and calendars in order to provide the best possible internal service to all relevant departments
- Build and foster relationships with key supply chain personnel within our global organization in order to align with best market practices and sound processes
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with a strong attention to detail
- Analytical minded and resourceful to problem solving
- Ability to work within very strict and tight deadlines/timelines
- Word, Excel and computer working knowledge required
- Strong work ethic and self motivational ability with exceptional communication skills
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Junior Buyer Assistant Resume Examples & Samples
- Classify the tail spend into the right purchasing commodity to enable a good evolving supplier data base
- Manage the creation of new suppliers together with Finance controllers and A/P manager
- Review the supplier base per commodity and support defining the right number of suppliers and who are the right once for Coty. Communicate the preferred suppliers for Coty to stakeholders, every time a new request arises
- Design a training program to continuously explain stakeholders what suppliers they need to use per commodity, give them contact details and what needs they support to the business
- Manage discontinuation of suppliers to drive the spend through the preferred suppliers and according to the purchasing strategy, enabling better terms, cash and cots
- Obtain detail stakeholder needs and master the data according Procurement principles for commodities with small spend
- Organize meetings with Suppliers and Stakeholders
- A Level Qualification in Maths and English
- Studying for a business school or engineering school
- Experience with IT systems or demonstrated aptitude to learning new IT systems
- Excellent knowledge in MS Office, especially MS Excel
- Work experience in related industries such as FMCG, pharmaceuticals, similar if possible
- Highly analytical, able to complete numerate tasks accurately
- Understanding and interest in Procurement and Supply Chain processes
- Is proactive to develop and open to learning from others, listens and obtains benefits from feedback
- Capable to organize own work effectively, responding and adapting to changing priorities, whilst demonstrating reliability and getting things done on time
- Collaborates well with others, adapting to different working styles, communicating effectively to planning stakeholders and customers
- Good interpersonal relationship and able to express the ideas in a simple way
- Determination to achieve the goals
- Manage supplier contacts and relationships
- Understand stakeholders needs
- Good languages skills. English is a must
- Numeracy and literacy
- Reliability
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage and analyze inventory and supply chain
- Work with vendors and suppliers to effectively procure shipments using demand planning software while also maintaining quality relationships
- Manage daily inventory and category reports
- Evaluate and continuously improve processes and procedures
- Communicate with Accounts Payable for invoice reconciliation
- Manage item maintenance (price changes, new/updated product info for buyers)
- Communicate with Category Management, Compliance, and Merchandising for product information
- Must be passionate about customer service
- Intermediate computer skills (Excel/Word/Internet navigation)
- Excellent follow-up and documentation skills
- Ability to communicate between several departments on projects as well as day-to-day operations
- A passion for fitness and a healthy lifestyle with knowledge of the dietary supplement industry and insight into the latest trends preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Supply Chain preferred
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist with the implementation of the Contract Lifecycle Management (“CLM”) and Source to Pay (“S2P”) strategy within UK & Republic of Ireland
- Management of recruitment agency terms and conditions distribution and receipt
- Work in conjunction with specialist departments such as Compliance, Risk and Indpendence
- Providing teams with reports such as supplier spend reports as necessary including but not limited to category spend reports and contract expiry reporting
- Providing ad hoc project assistance to all the team
- Booking client suite meeting rooms and all related facilities, as required
- Creating and managing calendar invites
- Ensuring GSS (Procurement) policies and processes are followed
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Execute purchase requisitions and provide general procurement support for corporate office and retail locations
- Assist in procurement and inventory control efforts, to optimize inventory levels and minimize supply cost
- Develop and maintain supplier relationships and research new suppliers for current and future product categories
- Monitor supplier performance and evaluate respective pricing to ensure attainment of optimum value. Evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers
- Prepare and present purchase proposals and cost evaluations to requesting departments and manager for approval to order
- Assist in resolving inventory, purchase order, or invoice discrepancies. Work to resolve discrepancies and prevent future discrepancies
- Monitor and assist with maintaining accuracy of purchasing records and inventory levels within identified operating and inventory software systems
- Update and maintain team metrics and spend reports as directed by manager
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to meet procurement and operational objectives
- High school graduate. Bachelors degree with emphasis in Operations, Supply Chain or related preferred
- 1+ years experience in purchasing/planning/supply chain or related field required
- Retail business experience a plus
- Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software required. SAP experience strongly preferred
- Ability to build and maintain good rapport with internal and external customers handling situations with confidence, tact and resourcefulness
- Strong team player with positive demeanor
- Ability to operate office equipment and light warehouse equipment
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Marketing & Retail Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Actively contribute to and deliver the purchasing strategy in line with your purchasing manager/ director expectations
- Ongoing liaison with key teams to understand future plans to ensure strategy fits and savings opportunities are well understood and communicated to the business especially by your finance colleagues
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a marketing procurement role
- Ability to plan and prioritise effectively taking into account deadlines and resources, over multiple projects, ensuring delivery and managing risks
- High level of analytics and deep attention to detail
- Drive and support the implementation of new solutions/ suppliers
- A flexible approach to work
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EU Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- EU local buying and weekly spend
- Provide support to EU Demand Planner / Buyer
- Compile Analytical Reports
- Create and Issue EU purchase orders
- Liaise with EU suppliers on any amendments to purchase orders
- Reconcile any aged purchase orders
- Assist with Goods In Smartlists – ensuring purchase order accuracy/closure
- Maintain EU cost file
- Work in conjunction with US buying team to ensure UK catalogue information accurate
- Compile scorecard information on UK suppliers
- Investigate and resolve any finance queries involving EU purchase orders
- Proactive involvement in improvement of systems and methods
- Understanding of Planning and Purchasing systems with a methodical approach
- Analytical approach and ability to identify potential trends in data
- Must have strong attention to detail and experience of data entry
- Strong self-starter with the ability to execute work with limited direction
- Excellent time management skills with a strong ability to be organised
- Ability to receive direction from multiple sources
- Ability to communicate data and issues to key stakeholders
- Excellent skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of supplements, sports nutrition, and the health and fitness industry is preferable though not essential
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in buying/planning related environment - Required
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, marketing, finance, or other related field -Desirable
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Create purchase orders to support MRP, stock and non-stock items, maintenance parts, supplies and contract work; includes obtaining prices and scheduling deliveries
- Follow up with vendors as necessary to ensure spare parts are available to meet production needs
- Expedite supplier orders that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions
- Review invoices for accuracy of price and quantity as compared to purchase orders and route for approval and payment within payment timelines
- Identify and establish appropriate parts inventory levels with Maintenance, Engineering and Production. Conduct periodic reviews of inventory levels to ensure sufficient supply levels as required
- Ensure inventory accuracy and compliance through daily SAP Cycle Counts
- Create and maintain part numbers and vendor pricing information for stock room inventory parts
- Set up new vendor accounts through internal system and update current vendors as required
- Create and update work orders for purchasing goods and services
- Implement and embrace 5S and visual management throughout storeroom
- Retain documents in compliance with organization’s record retention policy
- Communicates clearly and directly with team members and customers
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Participating in client strategy and media planning meetings
- Determining optimum use of budgeted funds to achieve marketing objectives
- Effectively negotiating rates to optimize clients’ media budgets
- Conferring with media reps and researching media vehicles for possible placement for Identifying or creating value-added packages to improve client plans
- Placing and monitoring the assigned media plans. Issue and track all insertion and purchase orders
- Writing POV's on media opportunities
- Studying and leveraging applicable demographic data, consumer profiles and media research tools to develop media strategies
- Build out media plans in 3rd party ad server
- Measuring/evaluating media plans/campaigns
- Analyze results on a daily / weekly basis, and react quickly to adjust future media buys
- Update agency on key industry trends, media research, marketplace conditions, and how it all impacts the client; make recommendations accordingly
- Demonstrated ability to execute performance driven digital media campaigns
- Knowledge of the general activation capabilities of all available digital media tactics Strong computer skills including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint
- Self-directed, proactive, and capable of creating solutions and resolving issues
- 3+ years of Advertising agency experience and experience in vendor negotiations
- Possesses the ability to multi-task, ensure accuracy and quality of all outgoing work and cultivate strong relationships both inside and outside of the Company
- Experience using DSP, agency trading desks, or other forms of programmatic media buying
- Experience with Google Display Network and Youtube Advertising
- Experience with 3rd party Ad serving platforms (e.g., DART / DCM, Mediaplex, Atlas) is a must
- Proficient with website analytics software (e.g., Omniture SiteCatalyst, Google Analytics)
- Experience managing containers such as Google Tag Manager
- Certification in Google AdWords/Analytics a plus
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EU Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- <spanUnderstanding of Planning and Purchasing systems with a methodical approach
- <spanAnalytical approach and ability to identify potential trends in data
- <spanMust have strong attention to detail and experience of data entry
- <spanStrong self-starter with the ability to execute work with limited direction
- <spanExcellent time management skills with a strong ability to be organised
- <spanAbility to receive direction from multiple sources
- <spanAbility to communicate data and issues to key stakeholders
- <spanExcellent skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
- <spanKnowledge of supplements, sports nutrition, and the health and fitness industry is preferable though not essential
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in buying/planning related environment -Required
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Coordination in supply chain capabilities upon PSI (customer requests), updating planners with expected material arrival dates
- Coordinating key sourcing initiatives (promise date updates, Clear Orbit usage, etc.)
- Providing regular estimates to suppliers & regular updates to operations
- Responsible for lead-times, keeping supplier market shares & using agreed prices
- Responsible for procurement follow up and expediting management
- Provide forecast for suppliers based on site specific and global demand
- Supporting planners in inventory management
- Cooperate & support Site Commodity Leaders and Souring Quality Engineers
- Cooperate & support global sourcing upon request
- Issue and update Purchase orders,
- Assist in the development of recovery plans with suppliers for defective of unsatisfactory goods,
- Assist in maintaining supplier scorecards,
- Proficiency in MS Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Project and Excel
- Excellent communication, analytical and presentation skills in Hungarian,
- Good communication level of spoken and written English,
- Team player attitude,
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Retail Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Run &, publish weekly, monthly, yearly and adhoc reporting to support Buyers; analyze key focus stores to gender/BU, Business Segment level
- Communicate weekly category results and best sellers to stores
- Work with buyers to align product assortments and intro dates for key marketing programs by store channel
- Download, create and organize Global merchandising boards and communications to support Buyers with pre-season hand overs, buy planning and in-season execution of Global plans
- Support Buyers to create product assortment plans and merchandising boards for new store set up, new collection launches & seasonal launches
- Build and nurture partnerships with cross-functional teams (i.e. buying, mops, planning, product, brand, marketing and distribution) to obtain information necessary to create and help execute our vision
- Coordinate the set-up of new assortments within SAP & AFS
- Work in collaboration with key stake holders to track and monitor key weekly/monthly launches
- Conduct market research competitive analysis and report to buyers
- Attend and participate in all departmental and retail meetings
- Adhoc administrative duties
- Currently attending or recently graduated University or College or equivalent work experience
- 1 or 2 years of experience as a Merchandising Assistant
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Junior Buyer HSF Asean Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist Materials Manager on material planning process, generating inputs required for the planning process using SAP and other resources to support robust materials planning aiming at high OTTR, while keeping tight control on Inventory
- Schedule the purchase orders to get the material in line with supply plan and liaise with suppliers on delivery schedules and develop processes and relationship to bring flexibility in managing the schedule in line with business needs / change in demand
- Partner with Sourcing team to manage supplier relationships
- Track shipments at various stages to ensure on time delivery and develop MIS to keep the concerned stake holders updated with the delivery information
- Provide feedback to suppliers with regard to quality and production issues and monitor supplier performance and help them to use HOS tools/ techniques to continuously improve the process
- Ensure corrective actions are put in place in the event of suppliers issues to improve on quality standards and resolve any claims if necessary
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain management, or technical discipline
- Minimum 2+ years of functional experience in procurement function
- Knowledge and hands on experience with SAP for procurement function is essential requirement
- Competence in Trade procedures, Inco Terms, Compliance requirements
- Good understanding of purchase orders scheduling, lead times, process steps involved and complete supply chain enabling to deal with internal and external stake holders effectively
- Competence in standard PC based applications including e mail, Outlook, Excellent Excel & Power Point skills
- Able to work to tight deadlines, exercise good judgment and manage conflicting priorities
- Good communication skill ability
- Familiar with inventory management and control techniques
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Processes and manages Indirect commodities related requisitions and purchase orders in Oracle
- Manages the process of getting suppliers set up in Oracle
- Ensures pricing and other related information is correct on all transactions processed. Obtains proper authorizations
- Resolves, answers and processes the queries and requests from Common Mailbox
- Understands and resolves any issues related to procurement invoices and consulting services
- Identifies system, supplier, users and process issues and drive corrective action to resolution
- Processes Invoices by suggesting recommended action
- Communicates with End users on queries and provides resolutions
- Must be a Bachelors with 2-3 Yrs. experience in Purchasing preferably in Indirect commodities . Post Graduate with 1 Yr. Experience in indirect commodities will be preferred
- Must have Prior working experience in Purchasing
- Must have knowledge of P2P cycle,
- Must have Knowledge of ERP transactions linked to Procure to Pay
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Expedites and monitors materials through Receiving, Inspection to completion of the invoice and payment processes
- Will support department in procurement of supplies, raw materials and equipment necessary for the operation of the manufacturing organization
- Will support department in obtaining quotations and examines bids for requirements in addition to implementing reschedules
- Will support internal work orders, distribute reports, and assist Buyers/Material Planners as required
- Tasks are well defined and require limited judgment and interpretation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; good negotiator
- Strong Teaming Skills
- Ability to learn new processes quickly and prioritize multiple tasks
- High School diploma or equivalent required; 2 or 4 year degree preferred (advancement opportunities within department available with advanced degree)
- 0-3 years previous industry experience required
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Junior Buyer, Co-pack-npd Resume Examples & Samples
- Implement the agreed Portfolio Strategy’ according to agreed business processes in line with global strategy
- Strong entrepreneurial, project management and financial skills (data and specifications analysis)
- Strong numerical and analytical skills in Excel
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Junior Buyer / Planner Resume Examples & Samples
- Determine FG stock levels for MFG items, including adjusting, reporting and reviewing results on a daily basis
- Meet key deliverables such as On-Time Delivery and Inventory value through daily management
- Communicate with Richmond team to ensure on time delivery as well as lead time accuracy
- Work with Buyer/Planners to update item master information within SAP
- Work with Buyer/Planners to create, review and validate work instructions for the team
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities
- Regularly engages in professional development activities in supply chain
- 0-3 years’ experience in Inventory Planning/Supply chain experience
- Excellent skills with Excel
- Self-motivated
- Ability to adapt to changing business priorities, initiatives, requirements
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, written)
- Ability to collaborate with business partners, both within and outside direct peer group
- Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Creation of new supplier account forms o Initial creation of product files & imagery for the CPD o Stock Analysis
- Competitor analysis and tracking
- Creation & upkeep of supplier price files & RRPs o Creation of product offers (Warehouse and Direct) and compilation o Manage the member portal - Offers and upkeep of products information o Purchase order and entry and scheduling tracking o Report compilation and design
- Handle the forwarding of supplier and member queries to the relevant buyers o Assistance in design and distribution of seasonal and new products brochure and product sheets
- Distribution and design of member communications of offers and product information o Adhoc duties as dictated by management
- Previous administration experience (previous retail experience is desirable) 23 years
- Strong MS Office skills particularly Excel and PowerPoint Photoshopindesign would be advantageous
- Analytical and Logical thinker
- Able to make good decisions, and escalate issues if required o To have a 'can do' attitude, and a genuine desire to achieve high standards o Demonstrates a professional communication style
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Implementation of sourcing tactics under management or more senior sourcing colleagues’ guidance
- Effective communication with suppliers, as well as GE team (e.g. Project Managers, Project Engineers, Sourcing manger, e.g.) to ensure On-time and Quality supplier Delivery
- Timely converting Purchase Requisitions into Purchase Orders in SAP
- Collect order acknowledgements
- Report purchase order progressing to management, implement recovery plans if needed
- Support Quality team in monitoring inspections dates and collecting vendor documentation
- Expediting Suppliers to respect delivery plan and inspection programs when requested
- Perform supplier on site expediting visits
- Apply lessons learned and improvement ideas
- Work closely with Quality to
- Collect Vendor documentation and manuals
- Monitoring project inspection programs
- Support supplier quality compliance audit and qualifications
- Support supplier monitoring and yearly assessments
- Strong interpersonal skills, effective communication with suppliers and internal customers
- Must work well in a fast paced environment (pressure resilient)
- Must work well in a global and cross functional team environment
- Excellent PC skills (MS project, Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
- Quick issue tracker
- Third European language (Italian, Russian, Spanish, French)
- Experience in SAP system
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Secures bids on requisitions or processes them for purchase, prepares bid invitations and recommends approval of bids
- Seeks new sources of supplies for materials and equipment and secures terms favorable to the Corporation
- Maintains catalog library on commodity items
- Maintains records of supplies, amounts ordered, and received, and actual sales records on items and vendors
- Develops and refines specifications for requested commodities, supplies or equipment working with requesting department to identify needs
- Interviews sales representatives to develop new sources of supplies, secures favorable terms, updates records and files, secures samples, descriptions, photos or information for departments
- Perform other such duties as may be required
- Advanced MS Excel proficiency a plus
- Ability to read the basics of Technical Part Drawings
- Experience in service or parts-oriented business
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Manipulate and analyze large volumes of data
- Assist Buyer and Director in the resolution of problems with logistics, RFP’s, AFCE’s, special projects, etc
- Review invoices for correct pricing, quantities and receipt of goods purchased
- Prepare monthly reports for categories as directed. Review reports for possible better pricing on volume items
- Develop and maintain cost improvement plans
- Proactively contact vendor to negotiate better terms/pricing
- Open and process incoming Purchasing mail
- Organize and maintain filing system
- Experience with Oracle Financial modules preferred
- Ability to clearly communicate, both written and verbally
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Completes purchasing transactions within the ERP system including soliciting quotes Executes procurement transactions
- Manages supplier performance within ERP system
- Maintains current supplier documentation
- Researches potential new suppliers, compiling data for competitive analysis
- Contributes to key supplier scorecards
- Supports supplier development activity
- Validates and refines cost reduction initiatives
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Must be a Graduate in any stream with 2-3 years in Purchasing processes
- Knowledge of RFQ/ RFP/ RFI, PR to PO , PO Management (Acknowledgement, Expedite, De-Expedite, Cancellation), OTD follow up
- Working Knowledge of Material movement and receipts , Inter Org transfer, Shortage management, Freight Management, RTV
- Experience in Supplier Negotiations: Managing Supplier Performance on the basis of On time delivery and DPPM. Negotiate with suppliers for Price, Lead Time, MOQ, Payment terms through RFQ
- Invoices oh hold : Resolving issues related to blocked invoices to ensure timely payment to the supplier. Responsible for acquiring Credit notes from Suppliers
- Knowledge of Master Data Management
- Experience in Cost Saving / Cost Avoidance
- Knowledge of ERP (SAP/Oracle/Mapics) in Procure to Pay
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- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of products and services in order to maximize business opportunities
- Establish, build and expand relationships with existing and potential vendors at multiple levels in the organization. Detailed communication is imperative
- Researching and prospecting new items requested by our sales staff and managing the implementation of new items. This includes setting up item numbers that include all information to assist the sales team, negotiating pricing with vendors
- Maximize savings by proper forecasting, meeting vendor minimums, and utilizing prepaid freight options
- Compilation and updating of sourced items throughout the year
- The daily analysis of inventory and item order placing while using forecasting techniques to maintain adequate stock levels
- Maintain vendor compliance maintenance by ensuring all active vendors have signed program agreements and CPSIA compliancy documents. This will also include delivery requirements as stated in the SchoolKidz Routing Guide
- Assist in the preparation and completion of the annual product review
- Update item information in our operating system
- Collaborate with internal departments to research customer requests, issues and product needs
- Obtain sample products for testing and reference
- Occasional travel to trade shows
- Maintain adherence to all company policies and procedures
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- Responsible for the timely processing of Purchase Requisitions received to ensure Chugach (CII) consistently and efficiently satisfies customer order requests
- Obtains price quotations; negotiates and administers assigned contracts/Purchase Orders to include necessary price/cost analyses, when applicable
- Responsible for maintaining approved Vendor source files and records
- Responsible for maintaining effective Purchase Order files and initiates appropriate follow-up actions as necessary to ensure timely and correct receipt of items purchased
- Advises Procurement Manager in a timely fashion on all purchasing challenges incurred that negatively impacts order processing, and our ability to get orders processed on time
- Acts in an advisory capacity on purchasing matters
- Consistently processes purchases in accordance with FAR/DFAR regulations and Corporate’s Acquisitions Policies and Procedures Manual (APPM)
- Creates and manages Excel reports, as required
- Competency in choosing reliable and competitive vendors
- Supports the project Safety Plan though personal involvement in all aspects of Safety, including training, safety protective equipment and clothing, and adhering to safety requirements pertaining to particular trades or skills
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- Cost management; to ensure that the Bank is receiving best value for money with
- To assist Sourcing Managers in the management of strategic procurement projects, ensuring the interests of the business are satisfied whilst maintaining a commercial challenge to both internal clients and suppliers
- To work with the internal stakeholders to manage some stand alone projects. This will include liaising with the internal clients to agree current and future needs; data gathering and analysis; service and supplier reviews; running tender processes, including negotiations and contract placement with the successful vendor
- To assist the Sourcing Managers in data gathering and analysis
- To assist the Head of UK Sourcing in analysing the external spend data with SG; assessing the contract coverage and identifying opportunities
- Ensure appropriate collaboration with the Group Sourcing division in Paris (RESG/ACH) and operation within the international framework for sourcing
- To ensure the use of the e-procurement system, Sourcing Hub, for all projects and performance sheets in line with the international framework
- Occasional travel may be required and other duties outside of the above may be requested on ad-hoc basis
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- Maintenance of vendor and material related master data in ERP systems
- Processing new product requests with assigned vendors
- Preparing cost comparison templates
- Provides support to Senior buyers with the purchase of materials and services
- Provides AGCO Netherlands information on new materials and applications in the market
- Provides vendor prices for calculation purposes
- Relevant College Education Commercial Economics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Engineering
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working in technical environment
- Good knowledge of ERP systems and SAP knowledge is preferred and required
- Good oral and written expression skills Dutch and English and German
- Customer- and Result-oriented and be able to set priorities
- Enthusiastic, proactive personality
- Ability to operate in a professional organization
- Ability to quickly adapt
- Ability to analytical thinking
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- Review open requirements, manage & schedule raw materials in support of production plans, expediting where necessary
- Assure that problems relating to delivery, quality or pricing are promptly conveyed to the vendor and re-solved in a timely manner per standard procedures
- Assure that orders are entered into and updated within the computer system in an accurate and timely manner and that all order information is complete
- Review invoices for purchased commodities as required by Accounts Payable. Assure that documenta-tion is correct. Resolve discrepancy problems with Accounts Payable in a timely manner
- Provide support to Sr. Buyer or Director on projects
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to reflect corporate guidelines and plant objectives for inventory
- Assist with cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels affecting MRP requirements
- Will be required to participate in production cell meetings and work with receiving personnel and production team leads on a daily basis
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- Establish and grow relationships with manufacturers, wholesalers, regular sailors, distributors, and retailers as the essential resource for distribution
- Research vendor landscape to keep current with industry trends and pricing dynamics in the consumer-product-goods space
- Monitor each vendor’s inventory to ensure timing of distribution and appropriate placement of feature
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- Achieve targeted sales, margin and profit on the designated area of business within Womenswear Shoes and Bags
- Work with the Buying Manager to develop the seasonal strategy, to include brand/designer mix inline with identified range plans
- Source and select relevant new brands and partnerships
- Have a proven awareness of all fashion and market trends, new brands, designers and market
- Must be an experienced high-level Assistant Buyer or existing Junior Buyer within a luxury retail/ecommerce environment
- Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to build fast and effective relationships with staff members, suppliers and other key contacts
- Ability to work as a part of a team and on own initiative
- High proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
- Demonstrate technical knowledge of fabrics and garments construction
- Awareness of market and fashion trends
- Ability to self-manage and work to set timescales
- Have a proven ability to problem solve and manage time in a productive and efficient
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- Responsible for defining supplier strategy and classification (grow/fix/exit/develop) for the assigned suppliers and commodities - with strong cooperation with Supplier Quality and Supply Chain Management under guidance
- Responsible to screen the market to identify suppliers and demands for the future and to identify development partners under guidance with support of a senior buyer or manager
- Leads quarterly business reviews with strategic suppliers, including review of financial, quality, and delivery performance targets
- Drives cost reductions through preparation and participation in annual negotiations to meet annual budget objective
- Responsible to develop saving plans for the assigned suppliers and commodities to reach the saving target
- Responsible to align required capacities with suppliers including end of life strategy
- Responsible to solve contractual issues with suppliers under guidance
- Responsible to negotiate contracts with suppliers under guidance
- Checks regular reports as well as pushing for Data accuracy / clean-up
- Responsible to work on process improvements and to update or create the required documentation
- Bachelor degree in Economics or Industrial Engineering or equivalent
- 1+ years experience in procurement
- This position requires a highly motivated individual with excellent problem solving skills, good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to multi-task.Ability in strategic thinking
- Create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans, knowledge of strategies and tactics of the marketplace, knows trends
- Proven track record in Negotiation skills
- Ability to demonstrate strong customer focus and continues improvement attitude
- Advanced knowledge in the use of SAP and Microsoft Office, i.e. Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint
- Fluent English at negotiation level, local language is a plus
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OH / Indirect Materials Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage the day-to-day activities including but not limited to: PO’s management/releasing, vendor management, deliveries, system set-up for new products/pricing, purchasing activities, etc
- Support RxO central manufacturing plants and In-store labs
- Since this contractor will be covering a for another associate who is temporarily out of office, they may also be asked to complete other duties/tasks as assigned by the team
- Basic Purchasing/Planning/Supply chain skills
- Indirect material purchasing preferred
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- Experience in planning, developing, sourcing and delivering a range
- Far East travel is ideal
- The womenswear team buy all areas of women's clothing so a broad product knowledge would be beneficial
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- When required, present garments to senior management and follow up on afterwards action points for the team/department
- Delegate responsibility to BAA and Assistant Buyer to develop their skills. Provides a wider more strategic understanding of the business, the customer and the department
- Works closely with Merchandising team to review department performance and develop areas for improvement
- Builds effective working relationships both internally (Design, Technical Services, HO based retail function) and externally (Suppliers)
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- Confirm delivery specifications and monitor shipment progress to ensure
- Ensure that all goods, supplies and inventory needed by Service are ordered
- Bachelor in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or Operations
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- Data Entry Vendor set-up Complete vendor maintenance Creates new items Complete item maintenance Writes manual purchase orders under the direction of Buyers Logs all changes and set ups Verifies accuracy of data entered into system Maintenance and Administration Make copies Filing and General Office Work Archiving Process Documentation Process Flow Charts Issue Resolution / Reporting Contacts vendors for resolution of issues Daily / weekly run and send out designated reporting Manage Inventory, including but not limited to the following activities
- Utilizing the Inventory Optimization system, ensure each item is set up correctly and frequently reviewed to make certain the system is optimizing economic order quantity
- Ensure inbound shipment, packaging, and carton marking requirements have been regularly communicated to legacy vendors and is part of new vendor communications
- Manage inventory depletion(s) and activation of replacement item(s) for conversions
- Optimize Vendor Replenishment, including but not limited to the following activities
- Utilizing the Inventory Optimization system, ensure vendor set up is accurate and reviewed on a frequent and regular schedule
- Review and approve replenishment orders daily
- Ensure priority replenishment orders are handled appropriately
- Escalate vendor issues to management as needed
- Develop and review vendor fill rate and on-time performance metrics on a frequent and regular schedule
- Resolution Management, including but not limited to the following activities
- Resolve vendor compliance issues within 24 hours of receipt of notification from Operations
- Provide feedback to Operations on out-of-stock issues and inventory ramp-ups to support order processing, warehousing capacity planning, and management reporting
- Proactively review aging and/or stagnant inventory
- Minimize inventory write-offs due to inventory becoming short-dated
- Provide timely disposition to Operations for short-dated or obsolete inventory
- Bachelor degree, or equivalent experience with a concentration in purchasing, supply chain, operations management or a related field. Recent college graduate or a minimum of one (1) year demonstrated experience inventory management, cost control, and/or purchasing
- 2-4 years professional experience
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans (connected to overall business objectives of the Company) resulting in successful outcomes
- Manhattan IO Level 1 Certification required (Company training and testing administered within first 90 days of employment) Manhattan IO Level 2 Certification preferred (Company training provided; test administration TBD)
- Outstanding personal accountability and business ethics
- Ability to develop and maintain business relationships and work collaboratively across an organization
- Excellent written and oral communication skills resulting in effective and candid conveyance of messages
- Strong presentation development and delivery skills
- Very strong analytical skills, with a sound knowledge of finance and accounting principles
- Knowledge of purchasing systems (Manhattan, E3, SAP, JD Edwards, etc.)
- Able to lead change through innovation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Outlook programs
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel and Access programs
- Potential to become expert user in forecasting software and AS400 programs
- Applies basic concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks
- Works on projects of limited scope and complexity
- Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions
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- Degree in Business or Engineering (or similar)
- 3 years experience in Project Engineering environment
- Understanding of general practices, procedure and methods of procurement
- Proficient in MS suite software
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- Build close working relationships with RM sales and customer facing staff
- Identify opportunities to support the successful outcome of the customer RFQ / tender process
- Benchmark “RM Recommends” (hardware business) and bid commercials to identify opportunities for cost savings
- Running sourcing activities to define partner and product selection
- Build and develop close working relationships with the account management function across key supply partners
- Identify opportunities for the supply partners to support the procurement and business strategy
- Manage the Supplier Relationship Management process for distribution partners
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills
- Ability to work to tight timescales, within a fast paced IT organisation
- Good working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to be self-reliant and prioritise own workload
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- Responsible for selecting product, meeting suppliers, placing order, and maintaining day-to-day relationship with Suppliers
- Review weekly sales performance to identify potential re-order opportunities and recommend styles that require markdowns
- Develop promotional strategies for seasonal items, key holiday events, and in-store contests
- Review market analysis for emerging trends in colors, materials, and categories
- Participate in weekly meetings with Planning & Allocation to ensure the department achieves financial targets for turn and sell-through goals
- Train, motivate, and develop assistant buyer
- Communicate new ideas for improvements and opportunities with Marketing, production, and customer service departments
- Execute a merchandise assortment plan that supports the financial, merchandising, and marketing objectives set by senior management
- Perform continuous competitor analysis by researching runways, blogs, websites, magazines, etc
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- Assists internal customers in product/service specification and selection by providing professional and current information on market availability, pricing, vendor reliability
- Recommends substitutes for cost reduction, early delivery or other appropriate considerations
- Applies professional purchasing techniques during vendor negotiations, and enhances the positive perception of internal customers and outside vendors on the fairness of policies, procedures and Purchasing personnel by selecting the sources of goods and services strictly on the bases of highest value’s
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Knowledge or ability to obtain knowledge of computerized purchasing system
- Ability to sustain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
- Ability to maintain a high level of energy and take a proactive and strategic approach to dealing with issues
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization
- 2 to 3 years purchasing experience
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Global Junior Buyer Subcontracting & Projects VIE Resume Examples & Samples
- Good communication at all levels both written and orally
- Curiosity, autonomy
- Good analytical and numerical skills
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- Assist with the daily forecast and effective materials management of all non-inventory packaging supplies,
- Execute purchase order creation based on internal requests,
- Drive effective delivery of the Fulfillment Center procurement metrics, by leading &/or supporting projects and initiatives
- You’ll need to implement root cause analysis, as you identify any issues, their possible causes, as well as the necessary corrective actions,
- Support the use of Kaizen methodologies throughout your Fulfillment Center, as well as other methods of continuous project improvement
- Previous experience in procurement and purchasing, including supplier relationship management,
- Previous experience in a fast-paced and dynamic international working environment,
- Solid computer literacy, particularly in Oracle and Coupa, as well as Microsoft Excel
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- Request for quotation, negotiation and business award
- Strategy deployment
- Supplier quality monitoring
- Supplier financial analysis
- Orders
- Business School or Engineering school and MASTER in Purchasing
- Fluent english
- Strong interpersonal skills (leadership, communication, ability to convince)
- First experience in Industry
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- Review supplier pricing and lead times, selecting the best possible option on behalf of the client
- Ensure compliance to internal client policy as well as government regulatory requirements
- Work to resolve any issues or problems encountered during the procurement phase of the operation
- Effectively manage personal work queue to continuously meet SLA and KPI metrics imposed by the client
- Have an effective working knowledge of MS Office suite tools applied throughout the process i.e. MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc
- Review list of needed parts and determine what parts are already in inventory. For parts not in inventory, generate signal to purchasing group to buy the part
- Must adhere to Client’s procurement policies and procedures
- 2 years of experience in a Supply Chain role
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- Initiates and executes purchase orders
- Negotiates and maintains competitive pricing for responsible materials and services
- Establishes and maintains performance objectives for responsible suppliers
- Ensures consistent quality for responsible materials
- Facilitates RFQ’s
- Maintains inventory levels consistent with corporate guidelines
- Develops and maintains performance measurements for responsible suppliers
- Initiates and manages closure required Supplier Corrective Action Requirements (SCAR)
- Orchestrates set up of new vendors - obtains and archives all needed documentation
- Coordinates required procurement communications across corporate companies
- Maintains New Item Testing/Introduction log
- Adds documents and contracts to corporate supplier information repository (Curtis Fitch) and archives appropriately
- Maintains an effective and timely feedback mechanism to suppliers on service and quality performance
- Corrects discrepancies between purchase orders and supplier invoices in a timely manner
- Must have minimum of 2 years’ procurement experience or related materials management responsibilities
- Must have ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization
- Must have ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community
- Must have ability to use basic algebra and geometry to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interests, proportion, percentages, area, circumference and volume
- Must be proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, etc
- Must have ability to answer the telephone and provide information/assistance to customers in a professional manner
- Must have knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including, but not limited to, telephone communications, office systems and record keeping
- Must have ability to establish, maintain, and retrieve information in databases
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- Comply with procurement processes that are defined within the Star/Star Transmission Assembly, including procedures, organization, roles and responsibilities, as well as support tools
- Updating the suppliers database with complete identification information,contact person, telephone number, fax, e-mail, etc
- Prepares/retrieves specific documents: request for quotation, quotes, orders, contracts, cost justification, operation plans, internal memos
- Establishes relationships with individuals/departments within the organization and outside partners/suppliers
- Experience in subcontracting/economic analysis represents an advantage
- Very good Knowledge of PC and use of Microsoft Office,
- Advanced knowledge of English, (German would be an advantage)
- Social skills: team spirit; open to learning new things;interest in negotiation and communication techniques; high capacity for analysing and organizing; problem-solving orientation; good work ethics; willing to assume responsibility and decision-making ability
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Quote Package Support
- Purchase Order Maintenance
- Expense Procurements
- Manage Past Due Supplier POs
- Create/Maintain PowerPoint Presentation
- Maintain Metric Charts
- Supplier PO Status Reports
- ISupplier Management
- ASN Issue Resolution
- Communication to Stakeholders
- Support Large Quote Packages
- Backfill Procurement Team
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
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Indirect Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Drive the implementation and maintenance of processes and controls of spend
- Establish appropriate understanding and awareness of NPS process at all levels of the organisation
- Support implementation of MyBuy ( MDM, Mybuy, BSG) in UK i.e. testing, clean ups …
- Provide leadership to the organisation and drive actions for improvement in NPS efficiency and profitability
- Work with IS to ensure efficient and reliable use of information systems
- Cleaning up the MDM, GDE list of repeated suppliers with different payment terms
- Request for tender and find best total values for the business
- 1 to 2 Years work experience in administrative role
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Junior Buyer / Planner Resume Examples & Samples
- This position requires a bachelor’s degree or 2 years purchasing or analytical data processing experience
- In depth Excel knowledge
- Data analytics ability and past experience
- Prior experience with ERP/MRP/DRP systems, Oracle preferred
- Data management and analysis skills
- Knowledge and understanding of production, purchasing, and inventory planning or strong analytical data processing experience
- Organized, ability to manage multiple priorities and flexible to accommodate changing business needs and fixed deadlines
- Aptitude for critical analysis and creative problem solving
- Understanding of appropriate escalation points. Works well under pressure, effectively handles conflicts
- Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building collaborative relationships. Team player; proactively able to step in to support other team members as needed
- Self-motivated, capable of seeking quality solutions and continuously focusing on process improvements, while keeping the needs of the business in the forefront
- Computer and PC skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
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- Maintain accurate supplier information, terms, lead-times, etc. in ERP system and on purchase orders
- Submit and follow-up on permits required to ship products as needed
- Knowledgeable of MS Office, Word, PowerPoint and strong Excel (v-lookups and graphs) and math skills
- Prior experience in life science, biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment
- Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO13485
- Experience working in a GMP regulated environment
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- Awareness and experience of planning, developing, sourcing and negotiating a commercial product range
- Fashion/business qualification
- Experience with a clothing retailer/supplier
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- Administrative work including data entry supporting Strategic Sourcing functions. Research and respond to general inquiries
- Process Material/Vendor Master loads/changes in SAP to meet customers’ needs and departmental objectives that impact our supply chain. Assist with product access and support drug launches
- Reporting – produce and analyze procurement reports to ensure on-time delivery and expediting when necessary
- Prepare and issue purchase orders for assigned vendors - source low visibility drugs to ensure availability of the products for the practices we serve
- Inventory management – monitor and evaluate inventory levels to ensure compliance with vendor agreements while effectively leveraging working capital. This includes but is not limited to customer demand forecasting, minimizing excess inventory, and working closely with Operations to resolve product issues
- Build/maintain relationships with vendors – collaborate with key stake holders to build relationships, and create value to support MSH’s overall business strategy
- Purchasing/customer service
- Working knowledge of company products, functions, purchasing polices, communications skills
- Planning & analysis knowledge
- Pharmaceutical distribution I operations
- Ability to work independently and multi-task
- Strong desire for continuous learning and growth
- Knowledge of healthcare market and drug distribution space a plus
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- Trained in accordance with job responsibilities and applicable specifications
- Drive the supplier selection process. Prepare bids and cost estimates. Review proposals to ensure compliance to required specifications
- Research, compile and analyze data to ensure Greenbrier is securing material at the least total cost
- Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and other business units to coordinate material specifications and ensure production requirements are met
- Prepare and issue Purchase Orders in accordance with established procedures. Revise and update Purchase Orders as required. Coordinate replacement of defective material, and adjustments for overages and short shipments with the supplier
- Monitor lead-times and mill rolling schedules. Schedule raw material as necessary to meet production requirements
- Track and manage job cost. Research and explain any variances
- Secure material at or below earlier prepared bids or market forecasts
- Maintain accurate data and purchase records
- Adhere to all Quality and compliance expectations
- Good communication and math skills
- Strong integrity
- Ability to estimate material costs
- Bachelor's Degree required with 2 years of related work experience preferred
- Ability to maintain objectivity and confidentiality in vendor community
- Ability to comply with all industry standards
- Analytical tools used for supplier selection and evaluation
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Vie-junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Drive negotiation in order to find extra cost savings (on top of price agreements)
- Use VPS toolbox to drive efficiency across the supply chain
- Suppliers management
- Follow-up contracts and agreements with suppliers and ensure implementation
- Forecast cost evolution
- Give regular input to the Sourcing buyer/Supplier Host on supplier performance during the production phase
- Contribute to cross functional activities related to maintenance activities
- Own the following KPIs
- MBA/university degree, in purchasing
- Experience in engineering/industry is a merit
- Holistic view, proactive
- English speaking
- Good analyze skills
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Junior.buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Students, who will graduate in 2016 with major in major in Procurement/Supply Chain or Sales and Marketing is preferred
- Initiative, results-driven, good learning ability and communication skill
- Good command of English and PC Skills
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- Source, negotiate and develop new and strong vendor relations to enhance our competitive position and offering
- Implement solid supplier governance practices to improve supplier performance
- Seek to implement continuous improvement and procurement best practices
- Support accuracy of supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and publish and review with supplier on regular basis
- Analyse and establish proper inventory levels that minimize carrying costs yet provide excellent customer service
- Act as liaison with Supply Management in St Bruno for combined cost savings on material, considering leverage opportunities
- Help maintain control of Bombardier Intellectual Property at vendor sites
- Ensure respect of distributed Agreements in coordination with Contract Department
- Develop strategy to reduce number of suppliers and lead negotiation of pricing and tooling issues including terms, freight, customs and insurances
- Put in place Long Term Agreements with key suppliers
- You hold Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or Administration
- You are certified by Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC), preferably
- You cumulate at least two (2) years of experience in a similar position
- You possess experience in Transportation or Rail industry
- Your knowledge of Excel, Word, Access, Transportation software and MRP is good
- You are familiar with SAP applications and Maximo
- You are customer oriented
- Your teamwork skills are strong
- Your English communication skills both written and spoken are excellent
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- Identify the least total cost supplier for Company requirements. (Best combination of quality, quantity, delivery, service, and price)
- Perform administrative activities related to the request, sourcing and purchase of equipment, supplies and services for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established internal controls, ISO requirements and audit recommendations
- Supports inventory management on main raw materials (packaging, chemicals, spare parts, industrial services)
- Seek and support initiatives which simplify or reduce transactional activities (EDI, ERP functionality, re-order points). Focus on opportunities for synergies among plants
- Maintain positive, professional supplier relationships
- Ad-hoc business and management projects as needed
- Other duties as assigned by Management
- Supports MRO´s on site contractor
- Performs filling and owns responsibility for keeping all documentation according to insurance and Imerys mobile fleet up to date
- Certificate in Purchasing, C.P.M. or CIRM/CPM preferred
- Experience in MS AX a plus
- Familiarity with multi-level organization and support to multiple sites
- Fluency in a second foreign languages is a plus
- Highly motivated, flexible, organized and independent self-starter with a focus on successfully accomplishing the requirements of the job
- Ability to deal with multi-functional, multi-sites and internal/external teams
- Ability to multi-task and re-prioritize regularly. A high degree of personal judgement is required
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required
- Ability to negotiate to achieve the most favorable terms and conditions for the Company
- Product/commodity knowledge and awareness of supplier operations as they pertain to the Company
- Proficiency in all aspects of buying assignment
- Ability to read, understand and explain contracts to the requestor
- Excellent data management and MS Excel skills required
- Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Power Point, Outlook, and the internet
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Global Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Deploy Global Sourcing Strategy: Communicate global market drivers and apply them to regional businesses. Incorporate local feedback to ensure local competitiveness. Develop a good understanding of risk management, including monitor position limit of locations
- Pricing and Margin Management: Communicate detailed market intelligence with appropriate audiences to support commercial approach according to customer segment, competitive positioning, and market trends – including Citura team
- Value Capture: Assist global buyers on global sourcing initiatives, including the appropriate value capture mechanism
- Continuous Improvement – Contribute to keep up to date vendor mappings; new vendors’ development and work with FSQR to launch samples evaluation and factories’ audit. Contribute to follow up of global frame agreements and update status
- Ingredient Portfolio and Supply Chain : Communicate guidance to local operations teams to optimize ingredient matrix and inventory. Ensure purchase contracts and pricing are properly recorded in their Global E-Procure system. Support supply chain team(GMS) in communication with vendors to manage logistic complexities and ensure timely supply of the ingredients
- Bachelor’s Degree or above with emphasis in business, agricultural economics or elated discipline, or equivalent business
- 1+ years of purchasing and supply chain experience, preferably in animal nutrition industry
- Exposure to customer segmentation and pricing strategy
- Demonstrated strong problem solving, attention to detail and organization skills
- Good market sense, analytical skills and potential on negotiation
- Strategic thinker, understand competitive economics
- Compute skills in Microsoft office suit( Excel and power point)
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Marketing Services Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Proactively investigates new/potential areas of purchasing implication through
- Extracting suppliers data from SAP in order to analyze the spend and identify new opportunities
- Identifying and analyzing the needs and potential synergies across the brands
- Following up with Marketing Team and Finance on POs, payments and invoices for the different suppliers
- Support the Marketing & Connections team
- Own, analyze and report the A&P Budget using a close working relationship with the Finance team
- Developing reports and analysis to monitor/assess spend area performance as well as productivity
- Assist in the elaboration of the new budget
- Manage the supplier relationship
- Conduct midterm and annual suppliers reviews and evaluations
- Manage the attribution of bonuses and the collection of rebates
- Manage the contracts creation, negotiation, reviews, storage through a close collaboration with the Legal team
- Manage the SEDEX registration and compliance of suppliers
- Keeping track of historical purchases through a database of old Purchase orders , Offers and bidding evaluations files( kept as reference for the future)
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Junior Buyer Watches & Jewellery Resume Examples & Samples
- Ability to influence and work well with other departments Possible travel (up to 10%) to trade shows
- 1 years experience as Jr Buyer with evidence of successful negotiation in competitive market
- Direct responsibility for P&L of multi million dollar categories
- Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
- Proof of business-polished written and verbal communication
- Experience displaying the ability to manage a category at both macro and micro level and an understating of the impact it has on the organization as a whole
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Define purchasing strategy jointly with Operations with regard to on-time-delivery
- Modify quantity and technical modification of the order continuously according to project needs
- Ensure supplier’s quality is according to technical specifications and partner with Quality and Supplier Performance team to minimize non-conformity costs
- Collaborate with other functions to ensure project success by representing Procurement at meetings and work autonomously to resolve problems, but bring to management’s attention if required
- Maintain and develop relationship with suppliers
- Negotiate with suppliers and issue purchase orders or entire frame contract for dedicated projects
- Administer terms and conditions with suppliers
- Explore continuously material cost reduction opportunities
- Implement saving initiatives at site
- You hold an engineering degree or commercial degree with technical background
- You cumulate a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience with increasing responsibility
- You have solid level in Microsoft Office Applications, E-mail application
- You own solid working knowledge in ERP systems, eProcurement tools, Web-Browser
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Initiate workflow for transports from external suppliers to GE European warehouses. Follow up deliveries in terms of punctuality. Daily contact with Transportation team & Warehouse Staff
- Preparing standard report: overdue non-stock available customer ordes, inventory situation, open purchase orders, exception messages report
- Entering to SAP documents: suppliers order confirmations & delivery notes
- Support Team Leader and Buyers at other ad-hoc reports & quarter closing activities
- You are able to work at least 20 hours a week for part-time internship
- Your are able to work 40 hours a week for full-time internship
- You can navigate your way through Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
- You have imagination to find new ways to solve problems
- You prefer to work in a team and make friends with colleagues
- You believe your internship should be more exciting than just making coffee
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Junior Buyer on Womenswear Resume Examples & Samples
- Assuring an exciting and relevant product
- Working closely with the team to ensure comprehensive ranges within the department
- Sustain on-going key awareness of departmental and company performance
- Continued sales analysis, carrying out confident action to best and worst sellers
- Maintain key awareness of trends, brands and competitors
- Ability to react to changing demands of the market place
- Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers
- Travel to Europe and the US where required
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Junior Buyer on Homewares Resume Examples & Samples
- Management of product development and signoff process to ensure critical dates are met
- Driving trade on a daily and weekly basis, chasing into strong reactions and relentlessly seeding new ideas with a focus on being first to market with new ideas
- Present strategy, ideas and concepts to senior management, ensuring confidence in your decisions
- Working closely with the US Buying Team to align product where appropriate for European market as well as sourcing leverages across countries
- Responsible for strong relationships with retail, content, Eccom and creative functions to ensure best delivery of concept to customer across all platforms
- Represent the brand with integrity and authority at all times, being a true brand ambassador for the home business
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Junior Buyer / Planner Resume Examples & Samples
- University / Secondary education
- 2 years as buyer or planner
- English language is must required (second language is advantage)
- PC Skills (MS Office – must, SAP ORACLE – advantage)
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Entry level position, BA or BS or related experience
- Recommended 2-4 years’ experience in Purchasing
- Tech-savy with the ability to quickly learn new systems and applications
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Senior Assistant Buyer / Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Proven buying experience with a major retailer
- To develop and build a comprehensive product range including packaging which satisfies all customers’ future requirements
- Ability to understand M &S Buying systems End to End and manage systems accountabilities for the Department
- Critical Path Management
- Strong knowledge of materials used and understanding of material supply base, as well as external market conditions including key economic, political and social shifts
- Highly organised approach and commitment to closing and completing tasks
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Execute the Action Messages (Releasing Orders, Expediting, Pushing or canceling) Suggested by the MRP II System
- Purchases products and/or services in Mexico and the type of purchases are less specialized (example: internal supplies) than Purchasing agent “A”
- Reviews requisitions, as well as bids, interviewing vendors to obtain information concerning products, prices, guarantees and delivery dates
- Selects purchase items through several evaluation methods )Best Bid), Formulating detailed RFP’s (Request for Proposals), requesting samples for testing, random sampling incoming materials, Vendor Rating Programs, Vendor certification, etc
- Keep records pertaining to item purchased, cost, delivery, product performance and inventory levels
- Maintains Standards Operating Procedures (SOP) in the Purchasing Function
- Level of English fluency: 2- Basic (Comprehends Simple Oral or Written instruction)
- Intermediate/Basic (Used of office: Word, Excel, Power Point, etc) or Application Programs
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Buying responsibility for categories across our Health and Beauty range
- Select and develop profitable new ranges
- Generating new ideas on how to grow YOY Sales, margin and supplier income
- Building up strong relationships with suppliers to deliver effective and profitable plans
- Working closely with the supply base to ensure in store availability is maintained, whilst managing the waste performance within budget
- Able to deliver meaningful reports and cut through the information / detail in order to get to the real issue
- Keeping abreast of market trends and competitor activity in a fast paced environment, to help identify new opportunities as well as changes to our existing offering
- Working closely with other areas of the business including Operations, Business Development, Marketing and Finance team
- Previous experience within a Retail/FMCG background is an essential requirement
- Previous experience within a Buying or category management role
- Enthusiastic and excited about the product
- Ability to work cross functionally
- Uses creative thought process – on product, promotions, displays, deals etc
- Ambitious - still a lot of room for growth on the category
- Excellent numerical and analysis capability
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills including V lookups and Pivot Tables
- Proven track record of delivering strong levels of supplier income
- Ideally educated to degree standard or equivalent
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Online Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Achieving sales and margin targets, as laid out in the Business Plan
- With our customer first mindset it is key for us to carry out research to understand market trends and implement new and exciting products, at pace, as part of our extended online range
- Liaise with the store buying team to understand how we can build on the fantastic ranges available in store and offer even more specialist and complementary products online
- Manage the range review process for your online categories, adhering to the critical path to ensure products launch on time and aligned to store
- Support the core trading team in online trials across ranges and promotional mechanics
- The creation and analysis of effective promotional plans
- Manage the online promotional activity plan, liaising with the design, stock and digital comms teams to launch seamlessly
- Manage relationships with our key suppliers. This will include meeting them regularly to discuss key campaign launches and managing their marketing spend effectively to support online activity
- To negotiate incremental income through annual joint business plans with key suppliers
- Monitor price movements in the market and react accordingly to support our value strategy
- Support the seamless customer journey strategy, allowing a customer to shop whenever and wherever
- Developing effective and productive working relationships with cross functional teams within the business is critical to this, and ensures that our trading strategy and customer delivery is fully aligned
- The online environment is fast paced and candidate must be able to react at pace to any opportunities and be able to prioritise their workload to deliver the most impactful results
- The successful candidate will have previous experience of working within a fast moving, retail buying environment as an Assistant or Junior buyer
- It would be an advantage if you have online buying experience; however, this is not essential
- You will be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both within and outside of the organisation as well as having negotiating experience and keen attention to detail
- You will be keen to learn from others and engage help from across the business which will enable you to both develop yourself as well as the role
- The online trading environment is fast paced and requires flexibility coupled with attention to detail and the ability to think laterally
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible to ensure all quality and materials specifications are met while remaining within budgetary guidelines
- Incumbent has the responsibility to focus on the interface between engineering and production
- Core Responsibilities
- Contact vendors to obtain price quotations
- Contact vendors to place purchase orders and expedite purchases
- Enter new purchase orders into automated ERP/MRP system
- Negotiate pricing/deliveries to facilitate cost reduction programs
- Maintain accurate databases for cost and lead times
- Purchase required materials for manufacturing
- Be cognizant of current production problems, field failures and customer complaints
- Advise management of critical activities relative to supply and backorder problems
- Locate suppliers based on technology needs Miscellaneous
- Complete required training in a timely manner
- Assist other purchasing staff with their duties as requested
- Assist with other projects as requested by a member of management
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Generate and deliver profitable product and promotional strategies in line with promotional deadlines
- Select and develop profitable lines and create promotional strategies for ranges
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiation to deliver increase in net sold margin
- Drive category performance and increase yearly revenues
- Build strong relationships with Central stores Operations and RBMs to execute effectively in-store key seasons by improving the customer experience
- Create compelling customer focused offers which drive penetration into the category
- Monitoring the delivery of income against forecast and previous months
- Keeping abreast of market trends and competitor activity in a fast paced environment, to help identify new opportunities
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiating reductions in supply costs, first to market and supplier incomes
- Strong awareness of supply chain and cost management
- Manage yearly terms and conditions negotiations with key suppliers
- Conduct range reviews and undertake continuous improvement of the product offer through effective range analysis
- Mentor the Assistant Buyer to help develop, encourage and progress
- Previous buying experience is essential, ideally previous retail buying experience in a related industry with a fast paced product life cycle
- Proven experience in delivering increased revenue and category growth
- Confidence in supplier and stakeholder management
- Previous line management / mentoring experience
- Proven negotiation skills at a senior level
- Strong commercial skills and ability to interpret the market quickly
- Engaging and influential communication
- Strong understanding of Profit and Loss
- A high level of Excel knowledge with the ability to analyse and manipulate data quickly and an attention to detail
- Strong commercial skills and market interpretation
- Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Authorized purchasing agent of the company responsible for managing direct and indirect materials purchases in support of daily operations
- Provides procurement direction and assistance for internal requisitioners seeking indirect materials and general services support
- Manages and supports company requisition process as it relates to inter-company purchase transactions
- Manages and directs purchases in support of maintenance and engineering departmental requirements
- Initiates, manages and directs formal supplier RFP’s (requests for proposal) as a means of ensuring general competitiveness within all areas of assigned procurement responsibility
- Generates blanket purchase orders where appropriate in order to facilitate ordering process while minimizing inventories and paperwork
- Responsible for the purchase of internal office machine equipment, office furniture, maintenance & engineering supplies (including capitol equipment) and general business services
- Purchasing – Input, Process, and Route for signature Indirect PO requisitions for the Covington facility. Maintain purchasing files in accordance with local procedures. Interfaces with Suppliers and other Bard division personnel on issues pertaining to Covington facility indirect purchasing
- Processes vendor creation forms providing SBA information and debarment checks
- Maintains annual verification for SBA subcontracting plan and debarment, maintains cold call list to support SBA subcontracting plan
- Coordinate monthly data collection and provide inputs for Supplier Management Committee presentations
- Serve as subject matter expert (SME) on documentation creation/changes and purchasing procedure updates
- Primary POC for liaison with BMD Finance in SLC for invoice/PO/Vendor issues
- Departmental Training Coordinator
- Budget – assists Global Sourcing Manager in monitoring budget and tracking expenditures, comparing and resolving inaccuracies. Prepares and processes check requests and purchase orders
- Public and Department Relations – Screens and directs calls; takes messages; relays messages; determines and takes needed action on routine messages
- Proficient in the use of a personal computer with intermediate level of keyboarding skills
- High level of maturity and interpersonal skills are essential in successfully interacting with diversified internal & external customer base
- Strong interpersonal skills required in the areas of verbal/written communications, telephone courtesy, professionalism, negotiating, and influencing
- Strong listening and assessment skills
- Strong questioning and problem-solving skills
- Detail oriented and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Associate degree required; BA degree preferred
- One to three years of related business experience and/or associated purchasing and supplier management training within a medical device manufacturing environment is highly desirable
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers while seeking new ones
- Negotiating pricing with Vendors
- Liaising between Suppliers, Internal departments and customers
- Review and make recommendations for opportunities to improve programs and terms with existing suppliers
- Monitor and forecast market price changes and their impact
- Source and develop new products or business opportunities
- Make recommendations for pricing strategy and promotions to increase sales
- Coordinating with Warehousing for timely and efficient movement of inbound and outbound orders
- Manage and negotiate with Suppliers for claims/credits for defective product
- Monitoring and managing the efficient resolution of: gains, losses and aged inventory to achieve Company goals
- Just In time Inventory control by maintaining accurate forecast information in buying system adjusting for seasonal fluctuations
- At least 1 year of experience in Purchasing/Procurement
- Excellent verbal and communications skills
- Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs
- Very knowledgeable of vaping products and the vaping industry
- Nightly factory communications on Email, Skype and Wechat
- Occasionally attend shows and conventions (requires traveling and some weekends)
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Analyze buyer worksheets, MRP workbench, order rules, and product on hand to establish the correct buy for specific item codes as assigned by the Purchasing Manager
- Establish and maintain vendor relationships as they pertain to assigned product purchases
- Negotiate contracts for the procurement of required materials and services from approved suppliers. Establish strategies to improve supply chain, solve shortage issues and strengthen supplier relationships
- Obtain materials, components and equipment, as required by the production schedule
- Plan, schedule, and monitor the movement of materials through the development, prototype and production cycle
- Expedite orders as necessary. Identify actual and potential delivery problems and take proactive steps to inform appropriate personnel and provide low cost solutions
- Establish and maintain relations with suppliers and appropriate representatives and direct and procure supplier technical and operating expertise as required to internal customer
- Maintain an awareness of materials and procurement concepts
- Excellent understanding of MRP and apply MRP reports in ordering parts used in production to ensure appropriate delivery dates
- Verify data accuracy (parts numbers, BOMs, Part Costs) in MRP; report problems to appropriate parties; ensure appropriate delivery dates
- Coordinate all activities involved with the procurement of goods and services including price, availability, quality, and delivery
- Requires knowledge of price and cost analysis
- Review bid proposals and negotiate pricing
- Execute weekly buys within budgetary limits and scope of responsibility
- Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and systems
- Ensure that purchasing functions are efficient and cost effective
- Comfortable in a fast paced environment, and be able to effectively interface with cross functional teams, including all levels of senior management
- Establish and maintain updated list of primary and secondary vendors
- Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to understand general business concepts and apply them when communicating with diverse groups of people when completing work assignments
- Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination with internal customers and management
- Institute for Supply Management CPM or CPSM or APICS. Must have the ability to attain and maintain these certifications in the future
- Five years related experience in purchasing, inventory management, planning or logistics. Knowledge of Great Plains, MRP, ERP and Master Control a plus but not required
- Demonstrated track record of continuous improvement, cost reduction and improved service levels with in the supply chain
- Knowledge of Internet, and proficient in spreadsheet, and word processing software
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Must have an appropriate level of knowledge in supply chain management and the procurement of goods/services in a defense procurement environment along with a demonstrable knowledge and proven application of good commercial business practice
- Must be willing to undertake formal training in supply chain management
- A proven track record of effective people management interpersonal skills is required
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
- Eligible for a Canadian Secret Security Clearance and Controlled Goods
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Junior Buyer, New Product Development Resume Examples & Samples
- Support of project buyers with Purchasing activities within new product projects
- Creation of new vendors in SAP, and communication to vendors for new orders
- Assist Finance and Project Management with reconciliation of open orders after project closure
- Assist Purchasing Buyer with tactical work, which may include typing of orders, tracking of orders, delivery of incoming packages, quoting parts from Distributors or internal manufacturing sites, etc
- Support other project functions, such as Engineering, Industrialization, Project Management, and Quality in purchase order management for projects as requested
- Train with Senior Buyers and Purchasing Manager to develop skills for future support of the following skills
- 4 years education in Purchasing, Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a Purchasing/Sourcing team
- Some experience in Purchasing tools (TCO, Should Cost,) and negotiations desired
- Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills
- Capability of handling multiple and conflicting priorities and effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced work environment
- Communication (Written - ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner internally as well as externally)
- Power Product and Solutions offering understanding
- Energy management understanding
- At ease with IT tools
- Certified Green belt or equivalent is a plus
- International trade expertise
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Support with investigating supply sources
- Assist with implementing our purchasing policies, procedures and contractual arrangements to ensure the procurement function is carried out with maximum efficiency
- Contribute with tenders preparation
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Develops and executes effective bidding, negotiation, and pricing strategies to provide Maple with the best value in the market place for the dollars spent in a manner that meets the budgets, policies, ethical standards and audit requirements of Maple Stamping
- Supports on time (as needed) delivery to help timely program completion and help maximize Maple’s profits
- Ensure Purchase Orders are entered and issued in a timely manner
- Support other Buyers as required
- Conducts activities in CMS and other Information Systems to support purchasing
- Communicates effectively with all requisitioning departments and arranges for proper and accurate information exchange between originator and supplier
- Maintains supplier files, purchase prices, price fluctuations and Quality Procedures (CMS)
- Performs various general accounting duties as assigned
- Post secondary Education or equivalent
- Working towards Purchasing Certificate, preferred
- Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Project.)
- 2 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Good mathematical, organizational and communication skills
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills
- Ability to work to meet deadlines and multiple demands
- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively within team environment
- Strong communication skills (English - both written and oral)
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Buying responsibility for Book categories across our Concession Business
- Work closely with landlords in both Harrods and Selfridges: creating sales documents for regular engagement meetings as well as product and strategy presentations
- Working closely with the supply base to ensure in store availability is maintained
- Work alongside the Assistant Merchandiser for Harrods and Selfridges, ensuring smooth communication and strong availability for new line buys, range reviews and events
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Negotiates blanket/purchase orders with suppliers for purchased part requirements
- Executes Division purchasing transactions (ex: Supplier PO issuance, amendments)
- Manages supplier activity from post sourcing through service for assigned programs
- Resolves supplier issues related to invoicing and payment
- Works in a timely and efficient manner
- Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times
- Work with engineering staff to obtain drawing approvals from suppliers
- Prepare and deliver RFQ’s/SOW to Suppliers and CFT Members ensuring product performance deliverables
- 1 to less than 3 years of work related experience
- Minimum completion of post secondary education in a related field (Supply Chain Management)
- Basic computer skills, word processing, Excel and MRP concepts
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Utilize SAP software to make educated & informed decisions and send PO’s to our suppliers
- Build relationships with our vendors
- Track each shipment and communicate expected lead times with the Mfg. Manager & Parts Dept
- Develop shipment schedules when necessary
- Organize / create cost-effective buying / ordering plans for large sales orders
- Manage assigned suppliers, commodities and product categories to ensure the business receives material, parts, assemblies and finished goods and services that meet quality requirements, technical specifications, low cost objectives and delivery expectations
- Support sourcing and procurement needs driven by new product development programs and sustaining engineering / marketing changes to ensure timely and cost effective implementation that meet established efficiency throughout the supply chain
- Monitor and report on inventory turnover and shrinkage (i.e. breakage, yields, product obsolescence) and develop ways optimize inventory and minimize cost while maintaining flexibility in the supply chain
- Track metrics and maintain records pertaining to purchased materials and services to control cost, purchased part variance, quality, delivery, logistics and inventory
- Expedite component purchases to maintain the production plan
- Maintain and update items records for Trade Compliance and other Certifications such as REACH
- Exceptional organizational skills. Must be very detail-oriented
- Must have proven teamwork skills & ability to work & communicate effectively in a group setting and with other departments
- Must be highly motivated
- Proficient in MS Office, with emphasis in these programs: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and SAP
- College degree or equivalent work experience preferred
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Obtain Quotes from vendors for purchases under $100K
- Produce, Receive, Track and Evaluate quotations and bids for required products
- Negotiate with suppliers to obtain COTS products at the best quantity/cost
- Prepare purchase orders and changes for required products
- Purchase material and services via the Procurement P-Card and maintain and reconcile the Procurement Log monthly and provide to AP for payment
- Maintain communication with suppliers during course of procurement action to ensure timely delivery in compliance with the requirements of the procurement document
- Update and maintain the Reps and Certs database
- Update and maintain the Insurance cert. database
- File and maintain all procurement files
- AS/AA Degree in Business or an associated discipline or equivalent experience
- A minimum of three years experience in purchasing materials or related environment
- Working knowledge of Deltek CostPoint
- Working knowledge of Federal Procurement (Knowledge of CPSR would be a plus)
- Working knowledge of FARs and DFARs
- Knowledge of sources for supplies and electronic components (national and local)
- Good communication skills, both written and oral
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Support the merchandising team in all aspects including preparing buying reports and analysis
- Work closely with sales team and visual merchandising to promote business opportunities ideas
- Conduct extensive market research and analysis
- Assist merchandising team on the preparation of seasonal product training and fashion trend information
- Responsible for all after sales service communication with Paris headquarters
- Minimum 4-5 years experience in fashion merchandising/buying with international luxury retail companies
- Good team player with strong sense of responsibility
- Fluent in spoken and written English, Cantonese and Mandarin
- Good PC skills such as MS Office
- Overseas travel is required
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Junior Buyer Intern Resume Examples & Samples
- Laurea (triennale/magistrale) in Economia e Commercio o Ingegneria Gestionale
- Flessibilità, approccio proattivo, capacità relazionali
- Buona conoscenza della lingua Inglese
- Buona conoscenza di Office, soprattutto del programma Excel. Preferibile familiarità nella creazione di tabelle pivot
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- Achieve commercial results inline with the category targets, maximising revenue and margin whilst minimising refunds and other friction costs
- Manage the day to day running of the cabinet offering
- Work with the Buyer to source, develop and grow the cabinet product range for sale across our various brands
- Managing the day to day range development including sample development and selection, photography, data collation and set live processes
- Ensure that sites are functional and optimised across all platforms, working closely with the PPC team to optimise ad spend and traffic
- Work with our content team to approve and launch new items onsite
- Deliver daily, weekly and monthly reporting
- Build strong and sustainable supplier relations, managing warehouse stock, delivery schedules and product returns
- Negotiate discounts for and run supplier funded weekly flash sales and key sales events throughout the year
- Work with marketing to launch weekly affiliate deals, support advertising campaigns and provide appropriate product selections
- Site check, test and support the launch of new developments from IT and the site merchandising team
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Buying/Procurement and the associated aspects of such
- Possess knowledge of electronic components
- Ability to interact with key suppliers in an ongoing basis
- Review purchase requirements and place orders as necessary
- Follow up with suppliers responses for receipt and complete acknowledgement of orders
- Reschedule orders to ensure material arrives at the most opportune time
- MS Word & MS Excel experience is a must
- Negotiate with suppliers to agree on pricing, terms, conditions, delivery, stocking programs and lead-times
- Recommend LTA (Long term agreement) and blanket purchase order contracts with select suppliers
- Proficient with Lotus Notes and MS Powerpoint is a plus
- Motivated, Dependable,and Detail Oriented
- Assigned to projects or tasks within functional discipline
- Depends upon management for direction and guidance
- Understand the basic concepts of MRP (Material Requirement Planning)
- Ability to work with others beyond immediate group
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- To work with Merchandising and all other relevant areas of the business to aggressively trade the product area and hit / exceed Buying targets
- To demonstrate a clear understanding of M &S’ customer, ensuring the segments and demographics needs are understood and put at the heart of the product offer developed
- To work with Design to interpret and adapt to market trends and direction, ensuring that the conceptual range developed is differentiating and targeted to the needs of the customer
- To analyse historical sales in line with trends and design direction to manage product mix parameters including price architecture, colour balance, shape and margin to deliver a highly commercial and balanced range
- To work in collaboration with Sourcing Offices globally to develop appropriate supply routes enabling the Department to react to trade, as well as negotiating the best prices and lead times with supplier to achieve the gross margin buying target
- To provide leadership and direction to junior members of the Buying team as well as Sourcing Office product merchandisers creating a global team culture
- To co-ordinate and support the development of product Tech Packs, working with Design, Technology and Sourcing Offices to achieve better hit rates and taking accountability to ensure Tech Packs are delivered complete and on time to minimise sampling lead times
- To take accountability for managing the departmental critical path, providing guidance and direction to junior members of the Buying team as well as other participants in the buying and product development process
- To present the range for sign-off and effectively manage systemic elements of the buying process, taking accountability for the timely completion of relevant systemic approvals and processes
- Drive department strategy giving consideration to wider BU and GM strategy
- Technical Knowledge and proven track record of developing and trading highly commercial ranges that exceed sales / profit targets
- At least 3-5 years buying experience with a major retailer
- Ability to initiate and build strong relationships with Design, Merchandising and Technology and Global Sourcing Offices where used
- In-depth knowledge of cost price negotiations and global sourcing and ability to collaborate with colleagues in Global Sourcing Offices (where used) to develop the supply base
- Understanding and delivery of the concepts of brand strategy
- An in-depth knowledge of the current competitive market place
- Basic understanding of Merchandise Planning
- Strong communication and influencing skills with a 3D approach
- A digital and global mind-set that supports the growth of international and online business
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Creates and reviews purchase orders
- Researches, interviews, and communicates with suppliers to obtain prices and specifications
- Assists Buyers in the research and preparation of specifications and requests
- Researches products and services which meet departmental specifications and meet end user’s needs
- Informs departmental personnel and suppliers regarding requisitioned products or services
- Provides administrative support to department team as needed
- Ability to utilize correct grammar in submitting written purchase orders and confirming purchase requirements via e-mail
- Ability to be clear and concise in verbal communications to present a professional demeanor to all internal stakeholders and external vendors
- Knowledge of customer service principles and ability to demonstrate behavior which represents customer service procurement standards
- High attention to detail with the ability to track a high volume of purchase orders and customer requests in order to provide expected service deadlines
- Strong mathematical ability: multiplication, addition and computation
- Proficiency with computer systems and software including MS Office Suite software (Excel and Word)
- Ability to work with employees at all levels within the organization and maintain confidentiality of information
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, continually changing work environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
- Ability to complete work within prescribed time constraints and meet deadlines
- Able to be a team player in a highly cooperative team environment to serve GCU’s procurement needs
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s Degree preferred
- Minimum of one year of experience in customer service environment where duties involved reconciliation of invoices, orders and high interaction with public
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be substituted upon supervisor’s approval
- Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University
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Junior Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for participating in decision making with management in the area of purchasing
- Projects inventory needs by analyzing past purchasing patterns and supply demand
- Monitors competitive pricing of supplies and has authority to contract with vendors as needed
- Reconciles daily invoices with daily acquisition report and researches variances
- Audits supply and courier invoices to ensure accuracy (charged according to contract) and works to resolve issues with vendors
- Prepares various standardized reports relative to inventory and expenses
- Serves as primary contact for outside vendors
- Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Please submit your resume to be considered for this position by pressing the “SUBMIT RESUME” button below. If you have questions about the position, you may contact the recruiter recruiting for this position (312-543-6351,allg523@kellyservices.com) however, your resume should be uploaded via the “SUBMIT RESUME” button included within**