Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Arkansas
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. Functions as a decision maker with orders of a larger and more complex scope. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
Sr. Planner / Buyer
- PerfectVision
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Little Rock, AR
FULL_TIME
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Position Summary
The role of Senior Buyer/Planner will focus on the procurement of technical, highly engineered components utilized in the Wireless Infrastructure Industry. The Sr. Buyer/Planner will ensure adherence to corporate standards, operational plans and Procurement goals including: RFQ's, negotiations, cost accountability, purchase order placement, resolution of supply issues to meet customer demand, resolution of invoicing issues, project execution, and attainment of Key Process Indicators (KPIs). The Sr. Buyer/planner will be responsible for determining sourcing options, supplier capability, make/buy analysis, cost analysis, planning levels, inventory accuracy, and maintaining material master/information records in the ERP system.
This role requires the ability to work in a fast paced, telecommunications environment with constant changes, manage several projects at once, demonstrating the ability to come up with creative approaches to complex challenges. This role requires commitment to developing strong relationships internally and externally focused on meeting the needs of our customers while accomplishing the strategic and financial objectives of PerfectVision
Essential Functions
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and basic duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and basic duties.
Essential Functions Statement(s)- Use historical data to assist in the buying decision-making process. Analyze inventory trends, sales history, industry performance, and market conditions to anticipate present and future price changes, product availability, lead-time, and capability of vendors.
- React quickly to changing market demands and drive strong product margins by using available vendor and product information to buy product that satisfies supply and demand needs while meeting cost reduction requirements.
- Ensure an adequate level of stock is available to customers when needed while minimizing overages or shortages.
- Negotiate and source vendors for new and/or existing items to secure quality product selection, low pricing and shipping, customer service, and on-time deliveries.
- Maintain accurate reports with purchasing information, vendor lead times, open purchases, commitments and shortages to ensure clear communication between vendors and impacted departments.
- Track purchase status and evaluate vendor performance related to on-time delivery, fill rates and errors, transfer cost improvements, support, and other related delivery measures.
- Reconcile purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices to ensure accurate pricing, quantity, freight cost, shipping location and net terms. Work with the accounting department to ensure appropriate documentation is received for payment to vendors.
- Add, update and maintain each item number, cost, classification, specification, and product description in the company’s database and website. Estimate gross profit for sales pricing by reviewing actual cost and desired gross profit margins.
- Answer general questions related to product specification, inventory, new item requirements, estimated date of delivery and other related product information.
- Build strong relationships with vendors that include trust, integrity, follow-up, and honesty. Maintain positive working relationships with current vendors to ensure best available product and services.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other team members within the department and throughout the organization.
- Regular and prompt attendance at work is a primary function and requirement of this position.
Education- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED); and
- Some college knowledge in areas such as business administration, supply chain management, logistics, merchandising, procurement, or related field or equivalent work experience required.
- Five years plus of experience in planning, buying, and other purchasing and inventory roles which requires use of purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures, in a manufacturing or distribution environment; or
- Two to three years of Wireless Infrastructure industry and product knowledge with past experience in a fast paced work environment that involves a high level of analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Computer literate in a Microsoft Windows environment.
- Microsoft Excel –Intermediate level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as creating a spreadsheet, formatting a spreadsheet, using the formula bar to perform various functions, importing/exporting documents, and calculating numbers.
- Microsoft Outlook– Basic level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as composing, sending, forwarding and replying to incoming e-mail, attaching computerized files, and utilizing calendar and task reminders.
- Microsoft Word –Basic level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as composing, editing, naming and saving documents, formatting text, and printing.
- Internet Explorer or other web browsers –Basic level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as navigating through websites via hyperlinks and searching websites using various search engines and boomerang searches.
- Accurate 10-Key by touch, alphanumeric.
- Accurate typing skills, approximately 30 words per minute.
- General knowledge of how to use a calculator, scanner, copy machine, fax machine, printer, telephone and various standard office equipment.
- Working experience using Microsoft Dynamics AX Software and/or purchasing and inventory management systems, programs, and reports is a plus.
- Proficient in intermediate mathematical skills such as adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying, and calculation of fractions, percentages, ratio, and measurements.
- Primary language used to perform this job is English. Bilingual in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, or French would be helpful.
- 4 Days Ago
Sr. Field Service Tech - Russellville, AR (Remote)
- Signode -Sr. Field Service Tech
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Russellville, AR
FULL_TIME
- Sr. Field Service Tech - Russellville, AR (Remote) Apply Now Description/Job Summary Compensation:$35.50 - $42.75/hourly based on experience and backgroundBenefits:Signode offers a comprehensive benef...
- 9 Days Ago
Buyer
- Management Recruiters of Arkansas
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Little Rock, AR
FULL_TIME
- BUYERLittle Rock, AROur client is a 1 billion $ global manufacturing company and is experiencing consistent growth and is expanding their Little Rock operations. They have asked us to find their next ...
- 10 Days Ago
Buyer
- Holcim Building Envelope
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Prescott, AR
FULL_TIME
- Location:N. Prescott, AR, US, 71857Requisition ID: 5526WHO IS HOLCIM?As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and ...
- 10 Days Ago
Buyer
- Carter's Jewel Chest
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Mountain Home, AR
FULL_TIME
- Job Title: Jewelry Buyer Company: Carter’s Jewel Chest Location: Mountain Home, Arkansas About Us: Carter’s Jewel Chest is a leading retailer specializing in exquisite jewelry pieces that cater to the...
- 1 Month Ago
Buyer
- Parker Hannifin Corporation Parker Aerospace Group
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Benton, AR
FULL_TIME
- Buyer Location: BENTON, AR, United States Job Family : Procurement Job Type : Regular Posted : May 20, 2024 Job ID: 49149 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save Job Job Saved The Buye...
- 18 Days Ago
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs at Popular Companies
Merchandise Buyer - Consumer Products
- Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
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Las Vegas, NV
- ***Le poste tant situ aux tats-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.*** ***As this positio...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director, Merchandise, Games & Extra Charge
- Knott's Berry Farm
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Buena Park, CA
- Overview: Accountable for the overall operational success of the Merchandise Division, which consists of the Retail, Gam...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Merchandiser
- ClubCorp
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Charlotte, NC
- Merchandiser in Charlotte, NC at TPC Piper Glen **Location:** **Job Description** Merchandiser/Buyer Promote the game of...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer
- Lids
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Indianapolis, IN
- About Our Company Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-or...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
RTW Merchandise Buyer
- PISTOLA Denim
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- REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Merchandising OBJECTIVE: This role’s main function is to manage the RTW merchandising and...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer
- Ernest
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Farmington Hills, MI
- For over 78 years, Ernest has been committed to the success of our extended family, our customers, our employees, and th...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Jr Buyer & Merchandiser
- REVOLVE
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Los Angeles, CA
- Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation ...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer
- Ernest
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Portland, OR
- For over 78 years, Ernest has been committed to the success of our extended family, our customers, our employees, and th...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Arkansas
Arkansas (/ˈɑːrkənsɔː/ AR-kən-saw)[c] is a state in the southern region of the United States, home to over 3 million people as of 2018. Its name is of Siouan derivation from the language of the Osage denoting their related kin, the Quapaw Indians. The state's diverse geography ranges from the mountainous regions of the Ozark and the Ouachita Mountains, which make up the U.S. Interior Highlands, to the densely forested land in the south known as the Arkansas Timberlands, to the eastern lowlands along the Mississippi River and the Arkansas Delta.
Arkansas is the 29th largest by area and the 33rd...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
$124,277 to $173,795
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What does a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. do?
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Milwaukee, WI
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Buyers and purchasing agents buy farm products, durable and nondurable goods, and services for organizations and institutions.
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Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Phoenix, AZ
Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield.
December 31, 2019