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  • Purchasing Coordinator

    Staffing Boutique 4.2company rating

    Buyer job in Newark, NJ

    Staffing Boutique is pleased to notify you of a new temporary to permanent opportunity as a Purchasing Coordinator. Please respond with an up-to-date copy of your resume if you're interested in the job opportunity. POSITION: Purchasing Coordinator ORGANIZATION TYPE: Education START DATE: ASAP Location: Hybrid. 3 days a week remote with Wednesdays & Thursdays in office Address: Downtown Newark, NJ Status: Temp to Perm Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Schedule: Monday through Friday Pay Rate: $30/hour Salary (once perm): $65-75,000 annually plus healthcare benefits, PTO, etc. POSITION DESCRIPTION: In this pivotal role, collaboration is essential with directors of school operations, budget managers, other operations teammates and vendors to ensure that teachers and staff can access essential goods and services efficiently and promptly. This includes maintaining compliance with procurement policies and public-school regulations. The Purchasing Team plays a crucial role in the operational excellence of our schools, empowering instructional and support staff to focus on their primary mission: guiding students toward academic achievement and lifelong success. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Core Responsibilities Purchase Order Management: Ensure the accurate and timely processing of purchase orders in alignment with our service-level agreements. Compliance Enforcement: Uphold organizational policies and ensure adherence to public school procurement regulations. Communication & Collaboration: Foster strong working relationships with school and department operations teams and build productive vendor partnerships. Order Tracking: Provide clear and consistent updates regarding the status and delivery of goods and services. Financial Coordination: Collaborate with the Accounts Payable team to ensure seamless purchasing-to-payment workflows and assist the accounting team in maintaining accurate and compliant purchasing records. Data Maintenance: Regularly review and manage aged encumbrance reports to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Problem-Solving: Resolve issues proactively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. SKILLS Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Forms). Experience with purchasing/procurement platforms such as Coupa is highly valued. Organizational Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities. Technology Proficiency: Experience with Zoom and help desk platforms like Zendesk
    $65k-75k yearly 2d ago
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  • Purchase Specialist

    Company 3.0company rating

    Buyer job in Bergenfield, NJ

    We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Buyer to manage the procurement of raw materials, primarily sourced from Asia. This role works closely with production teams to ensure timely availability of materials including aluminum, wiring, screws, and powder-coated paint to support manufacturing operations. Key Responsibilities Source and purchase raw materials including aluminum, wiring, fasteners, and powder-coated paint, with a primary focus on Asian suppliers Manage supplier relationships, pricing negotiations, lead times, and order execution Collaborate closely with production and planning teams to forecast material requirements and align purchasing with production schedules Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock Track purchase orders, shipments, and delivery performance to ensure on-time material availability Support continuous improvement initiatives related to cost, quality, and supplier performance Required Qualifications Minimum 2+ years of experience buying raw materials in a manufacturing environment (required) Proven experience working with vendors in Asia Hands-on experience coordinating with production teams for raw material planning (required) Strong understanding of manufacturing supply chains and lead times Preferred Qualifications Production planning or materials planning experience Experience sourcing metals, wiring, fasteners, or industrial coatings
    $49k-70k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Procurement Manager

    Halmar International

    Buyer job in Nanuet, NY

    Manage and support all activities related to vendor and subcontractor solicitations and contracts both during the bid stage and after award in accordance with company guidelines and specific project requirements for all types of major civil construction projects Major Duties & Responsibilities: Review project plans and specs to determine required vendors and subcontractors Set up and manage vendor and subcontractor solicitations for projects bidding and after award Review Project Estimate to develop and confirm Scopes and Budgets Prepare vendor and subcontractor levelling and comparison documents Negotiate scope, prices and contract terms Draft purchase agreements and subcontract scopes MWDBE solicitation and Good Faith Efforts Documentation Management of the Project MWDBE Utilization Plan Prepare and manage GFE Reports and MWDBE Utilization Plans with Diversity Staff Receive, review, and collect proper documentation for change orders/amendments generated in the field and when complete forward to the CPO for approval Draft amendment scopes and forward to CPO for approval Work with Estimating Department to solicit pricing for bids Skills/Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline Must have a minimum of 5 years related experience Must have thorough understanding of the construction procurement process Must be familiar with the estimating and pre-bid price solicitation process Must be computer literate and competent with the use of Construction Management, Bid Solicitation and Estimating Software systems Competent in Microsoft Suite - particularly Word and Excel Comfortable with the use of Zoom, Skype, and Microsoft Teams as communication modes Demonstrate competency in the legal aspects of contracts and possess good negotiating skills Must be able to write detailed, clear, concise, and professional scopes of work Must have a working knowledge of the MWDBE laws and requirements for Federal and State funded projects “Halmar International is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.”
    $86k-122k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Purchasing Agent

    Robert Half 4.5company rating

    Buyer job in Saddle Brook, NJ

    Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support industrial sales and service operations across multiple branch locations. This role is responsible for converting internal requisitions into purchase orders, coordinating with vendors, verifying order acknowledgements, reconciling pricing and delivery dates, and ensuring a smooth handoff to accounting. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple vendors, locations, and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Process internal purchase requisitions and convert them into accurate purchase orders Issue purchase orders to approved vendors and confirm receipt Review and reconcile vendor acknowledgements for pricing, quantities, lead times, and delivery dates Communicate discrepancies or changes to internal teams (sales, service, operations) Coordinate delivery timelines to support scheduling and customer commitments Maintain accurate purchasing records within ERP and accounting systems Prepare documentation to support invoicing, receiving, and matching processes Assist with vendor communication, follow-ups, and issue resolution Support inventory replenishment and location-specific purchasing needs Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support Experience working with vendors in industrial, manufacturing, or service environments Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple purchase orders simultaneously Proficiency with ERP systems, accounting software, and Microsoft Excel Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in industrial equipment, mechanical, or technical sales/service environments Multi-location or multi-branch purchasing experience Familiarity with inventory management and receiving processes Understanding of accounting workflows (three-way match: PO, receipt, invoice)
    $45k-62k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Assistant Buyer

    Hudson 4.7company rating

    Buyer job in East Rutherford, NJ

    With a career at Hudson, you really benefit! We Offer: Health, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick) 401(k) retirement plan with company match Company paid life insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Training and exciting career growth opportunities Referral program - refer a friend and earn a bonus About the Company: Avolta is the leading global travel retail and food & beverage player, enhancing every traveler's journey through innovation and seamless execution. Operating in 73 countries with more than 1,000 locations, Avolta delivers a diverse, world-class experience across retail and dining. In North America, Avolta is comprised of HMSHost, Hudson, and Dufry. Together, the company operates over 2,000 stores across travel convenience, specialty retail, duty free, and food & beverage in travel venues, including airports, commuter hubs, landmarks, and tourist destinations, serving millions of guests each year. Purpose: The Assistant Buyer provides operational support to the Buyer of an assigned category of business by contributing to merchandise selection in line with market trends, margin objectives, and broader strategic direction of the company. Essential Functions: Interacts with vendors to gather information for item setup, problem resolution and purchasing of product Analyzes product performance and identifying growth opportunities and liabilities Oversees purchase orders including order writing, changes, cancellations, ensuring key shipments are delivered and processed Develops working knowledge of the buying functions including merchandise selection, negotiation, pricing, and store merchandising Works as intermediary between buyers and vendors to resolve issues including out of stocks, cost adjustments and new product selection. Reviews and analyzes daily/weekly reports, subsequently highlighting noteworthy achievements or possible concerns to the relevant buyer Assists in plan-o-gram development Assists in planning/coordination of availability of products for new store openings Reporting Relationship: The Assistant Buyer reports into the Buyer Major Interdependencies: Marketing and Communications, Planning, Supply Chain, Operations Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment: Education and Experience: The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 3 years: In a technical role: Requires 3 years in retail A bachelor's degree in a business, marketing, or management program related to the functional area can count for 1 of the 3-year requirement An MBA or a master's level degree in a program related to the functional area can count for an additional 1 years of 3-year requirement In the industry: 3 years of retail experience Specialized Training: Training that leads to competency using financial tools; knowledge of concept profitability and how to use market trend information Specialized Skillset/Competencies/Traits Business acumen and also has the mindset required to understand the long-term implications of buying decisions and to advance the organizations goals Demonstrated history of understanding the needs of the business, stakeholders, the employee population, and individual circumstances Location: These positions are based at the Retail Center of Excellence in East Rutherford, New Jersey and requires regular/hybrid attendance. Disclaimer: All job requirements are subject to change to reflect the evolving position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. Hudson and HMSHost are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
    $44k-66k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Sr. Strategic Sourcing Buyer

    Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. 4.9company rating

    Buyer job in Secaucus, NJ

    WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences-from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges-striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE: We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Buyer to join our team in Secaucus, New Jersey, where you'll take ownership of cable and connector supply strategy for key product programs. In this role, you'll be the bridge between design milestones and supplier execution-managing RFQs, Costed BOMs, and NPI development costs with Cable, Connector, and Thermal suppliers. You'll work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment where collaboration with engineering, planning, and procurement teams is essential to ensure raw material readiness and on-time delivery. This is an opportunity to deepen your sourcing expertise while directly contributing to the success of new product introductions and driving risk mitigation strategies across a complex supply chain. If you're looking to work hands-on with suppliers, manage technical negotiations, and play a key role in execution, this role is for you. THE PERSON: You are a meticulous and well-organized professional with extensive experience in supplier management and in-depth knowledge of sourcing cable, connector, and thermal components. You take a proactive role in handling RFQs, costed BOMs, and maintaining change histories in alignment with key design milestones. Your strength lies in coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure material readiness, minimize shortages, and reduce supply chain risks. You're adept at tracking and managing BOMs and part numbers, releasing accurate forecasts and demand orders, and negotiating delivery schedules with confidence. Your collaborative mindset and focus on execution make you a key contributor in a deadline-driven environment where clear communication and cross-functional alignment are essential. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Demonstrate strong knowledge of BOM structure and design processes specific to Cable/Connector components in server and rack environments. * Utilize advanced analytical and communication skills to support cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving. * Manage multiple priorities effectively, demonstrating expert multitasking and time management abilities. * Apply proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, to support data analysis and presentations. * Plan and organize activities using structured tracking tools to ensure project progress and accountability. * Take proactive ownership of issues, driving timely resolution and follow-through until completion. * Collaborate effectively across teams and departments to achieve company goals and deliver results. * Consistently exceed expectations by demonstrating a strong drive for results and commitment to excellence. * Maintain a high level of attention to detail to ensure information accuracy and quality in all deliverables. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: * Experience in the ODM/OEM Manufacturing or Server System Solution industry. * Direct experience in supply chain function is a plus. * Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, including but not limited to the ability to analyze data using pivots and V-Lookups. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: * Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial, Technology Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field. * Proficiency in English and bilingual in Mandarin preferred. * Proficiency in procurement and supply chain principles and skills. LOCATION: Secaucus, NJ This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship #LI-TL1 Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance. AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
    $105k-137k yearly est. 23d ago
  • Procurement Specialist II

    Mindlance 4.6company rating

    Buyer job in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

    Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at ************************* Job Description Job Title: Procurement Specialist II Duration: 4+ months (With possible extension) Location: Parsippany, NJ 07054 Position Summary: The Service Specialist is responsible for providing tier service support to all inquiries related to Procure-to-Pay process areas (Requisition, Purchase Orders, Procurement Channels, Contracts, Catalogues, Invoices, Procurement Policy etc.). He/She is responsible to train end-users and perform ongoing document and procedures maintenance. He/She will assist with service center - related process implementations. The Specialist will manage the relationship with internal clients, suppliers and Finance. He/She will ensure to deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met. He/She will ensure alignment with Procurement Category and Country Managers on Sourcing Strategy and Sourcing execution. He/She will contribute to the fulfillment of team targets and KPIs and support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Requisition Approval and Denial • PO Maintenance Activities • Provide assisted buying services as needed • Order follow up with Supplier (expediting) • Direct requestor to correct buying channel to ensure policy/contract compliance • Train end users on existing processes and familiarize them with content available in iProcurement • Respond to inquiry received for all relevant P2P process areas • Ticket Management • Reporting and analyzing • Recognize and communicates potential issues to Service Lead • Contribute ideas and actions towards the continuous improvement of service center - related processes within area of influence • Identify potential problems and/or delays in processing correspondence and deliveries and notifies appropriate staff • Stakeholder management • Perform ad hoc activities associated with the role may be required Job-specific Competencies: • P2P process and system knowledge • Strong Service orientation • Training skills • Problem Solving Skills • Hands-on mentality • Excellent Stakeholder Management skills (manage escalations from business and suppliers) • Ability to recognize the appropriate style, level of detail, and message for the audience. • Ability to work in a team setting with a diverse group of employees and managers across regions • Process- Addresses process efficiency, continuous improvement, value improvements, idea generation, implementation of improvements, supplier engagement in idea generation and improvement and contractual limits and opportunities for improvement. • Effective in executing all purchasing processes, including established processes for actions to be taken when variances from established service levels occur or when data discrepancies arise. • Supply Chain Management- The design and management of seamless, value-added processes across organizational boundaries to meet the real needs of the end customer. • Procurement Systems- Utilizes procurement systems along with company policies and procedures to ensure the most cost effective and efficient method of procuring goods and services. • Conditioning and Information Control- Influencing the perceptions of others by behavior and messages. • Ethics- Demonstrates Purchasing Code of Conduct is in place and continually improving. • Exemplifies the company's core values. • Process, Policies and Procedures- Demonstrated ability to follow rules, procedures, processes of the supply organization. • Internal compliance- Ability to operate within policies and procedures demonstrated by audit reports without exceptions, and enforce policies and procedures for procurement. • Stakeholder Management-Develops and nurtures strong relationships with internal stakeholders / customers. • Legal knowledge- Understands terms and conditions of contracts, reciprocity, governmental regulations, (such as Foreign Corrupt Practices Act) and able to execute competently. • Influence- Persuades or influences others using a range of styles resulting in behavior change, and acceptance or persuasion of others to change their point of view. • Payment compliance- Analyze and manage payment terms, throughout the Procure to Pay process, while optimizing the Procure-to-Pay process. • Continuous Improvement-A process for improving an organization's performance along several criteria, particularly quality, over time. • Developing Performance Measures-Establish and use measurement criteria determined by priorities set by the organization and stakeholders. Examples can include service level agreements, scorecards and quality control measures to ensure that suppliers meet the requirements of the organization • Cost Containment- Typically, a detailed plan to hold costs and purchased prices within certain target limits over a period of time. • Price Analysis- The examination of a supplier's price proposal or bid by comparison with reasonable benchmarks, without examination and evaluation of the separate elements of cost and profit making up the price. • Business Needs analysis- Deep understanding of the industry in which the business competes, the components of an industry analysis, research requirements and data sources. Identification of the business mission, strategy, competitive priorities and distinctive competencies. Also, approaching internal customers to solicit additional business needs in addition to verifying the needs that they generated from the analysis. • Analytical skills- Demonstrates understanding a range of powerful problem solving and analytical techniques that underpin rational and objective sourcing and category management decision making. Is able to gauge when, and in what depth to use those techniques to develop effective (from a decision and resource utilization perspective) recommendations/decisions re specific sourcing, process and/or category circumstances. Analyses are consistently used to develop innovative / value adding options for working with suppliers / categories. • Commercial & Financial analysis: Knowledge of financial and managerial accounting principles • Risk Management- Risk is systematically identified, analyzed and assessed in terms of probability with options generated to reduce or mitigate the risk. • Priority setting: Knows how to set priorities and organize tasks to achieve a goal. • Problem Solving- Skilled at complex problem solving, which includes defining the problem, creating and evaluating alternative solutions, testing preferred solutions, assessing and re-testing as necessary. Knows when to call on additional support. Qualifications Position Summary: The Service Specialist is responsible for providing tier service support to all inquiries related to Procure-to-Pay process areas (Requisition, PurchaseOrders, Procurement Channels, Contracts, Catalogues, Invoices, Procurement Policy etc.). He/She is responsible to train end-users and perform ongoing document and procedures maintenance. He/She will assist with service center - related process implementations. The Specialist will manage the relationship with internal clients, suppliers and Finance. He/She will ensure to deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met. He/She will ensure alignmentwith Procurement Category and Country Managers on Sourcing Strategy and Sourcing execution. He/She will contribute to the fulfillment of team targets and KPIs and support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Requisition Approval and Denial • PO Maintenance Activities • Provide assisted buying services as needed • Order follow up with Supplier (expediting) • Direct requestor to correct buying channel to ensure policy/contract compliance • Train end users on existing processes and familiarize them with content available in iProcurement • Respond to inquiry received for all relevant P2P process areas • Ticket Management • Reporting and analyzing • Recognize and communicates potential issues to Service Lead • Contribute ideas and actions towards the continuous improvement of service center - related processes within area of influence • Identify potential problems and/or delays in processing correspondence and deliveries and notifies appropriate staff • Stakeholder management • Perform ad hoc activities associated with the role may be required Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
    $64k-84k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Buyer/Planner

    Us Tech Solutions 4.4company rating

    Buyer job in Jersey City, NJ

    US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************ We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well. Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset. Job Description Support the Finished Goods Inventory Planning team to manage inventory levels, communicate with suppliers and update relevant supply information in SAP, perform other planning-related tasks as required. Qualifications Experience: 0-3 years professional experience. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. Certifications if applicable. Additional Information Regards Kushal kumar Contact: *************** *************** ext: 7941
    $53k-78k yearly est. 8h ago
  • Procurement Specialist II

    Lancesoft 4.5company rating

    Buyer job in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

    The Service Specialist is responsible for providing tier service support to all inquiries related to Procure-to-Pay process areas (Requisition, Purchase Orders, Procurement Channels, Contracts, Catalogues, Invoices, Procurement Policy etc.). He/She is responsible to train end-users and perform ongoing document and procedures maintenance. He/She will assist with service center - related process implementations. The Specialist will manage the relationship with internal clients, suppliers and Finance. He/She will ensure to deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met. He/She will ensure alignment with Procurement Category and Country Managers on Sourcing Strategy and Sourcing execution. He/She will contribute to the fulfillment of team targets and KPI's and support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Requisition Approval and Denial • PO Maintenance Activities • Provide assisted buying services as needed • Order follow up with Supplier (expediting) • Direct requestor to correct buying channel to ensure policy/contract compliance • Train end users on existing processes and familiarize them with content available in iProcurement • Respond to inquiry received for all relevant P2P process areas • Ticket Management • Reporting and analyzing • Recognize and communicates potential issues to Service Lead • Contribute ideas and actions towards the continuous improvement of service center - related processes within area of influence • Identify potential problems and/or delays in processing correspondence and deliveries and notifies appropriate staff • Stakeholder management • Perform ad hoc activities associated with the role may be required Job-specific Competencies: • P2P process and system knowledge • Strong Service orientation • Training skills • Problem Solving Skills • Hands-on mentality • Excellent Stakeholder Management skills (manage escalations from business and suppliers) • Ability to recognize the appropriate style, level of detail, and message for the audience. • Ability to work in a team setting with a diverse group of employees and managers across regions • Process- Addresses process efficiency, continuous improvement, value improvements, idea generation, implementation of improvements, supplier engagement in idea generation and improvement and contractual limits and opportunities for improvement. • Effective in executing all purchasing processes, including established processes for actions to be taken when variances from established service levels occur or when data discrepancies arise. • Supply Chain Management- The design and management of seamless, value-added processes across organizational boundaries to meet the real needs of the end customer. • Procurement Systems- Utilizes procurement systems along with company policies and procedures to ensure the most cost effective and efficient method of procuring goods and services. • Conditioning and Information Control- Influencing the perceptions of others by behavior and messages. • Ethics- Demonstrates Purchasing Code of Conduct is in place and continually improving. • Exemplifies the company's core values. • Process, Policies and Procedures- Demonstrated ability to follow rules, procedures, processes of the supply organization. • Internal compliance- Ability to operate within policies and procedures demonstrated by audit reports without exceptions, and enforce policies and procedures for procurement. • Stakeholder Management-Develops and nurtures strong relationships with internal stakeholders / customers. • Legal knowledge- Understands terms and conditions of contracts, reciprocity, governmental regulations, (such as Foreign Corrupt Practices Act) and able to execute competently. • Influence- Persuades or influences others using a range of styles resulting in behavior change, and acceptance or persuasion of others to change their point of view. • Payment compliance- Analyze and manage payment terms, throughout the Procure to Pay process, while optimizing the Procure-to-Pay process. • Continuous Improvement-A process for improving an organization's performance along several criteria, particularly quality, over time. • Developing Performance Measures-Establish and use measurement criteria determined by priorities set by the organization and stakeholders. Examples can include service level agreements, scorecards and quality control measures to ensure that suppliers meet the requirements of the organization • Cost Containment- Typically, a detailed plan to hold costs and purchased prices within certain target limits over a period of time. • Price Analysis- The examination of a supplier's price proposal or bid by comparison with reasonable benchmarks, without examination and evaluation of the separate elements of cost and profit making up the price. • Business Needs analysis- Deep understanding of the industry in which the business competes, the components of an industry analysis, research requirements and data sources. Identification of the business mission, strategy, competitive priorities and distinctive competencies. Also, approaching internal customers to solicit additional business needs in addition to verifying the needs that they generated from the analysis. • Analytical skills- Demonstrates understanding a range of powerful problem solving and analytical techniques that underpin rational and objective sourcing and category management decision making. Is able to gauge when, and in what depth to use those techniques to develop effective (from a decision and resource utilization perspective) recommendations/decisions re specific sourcing, process and/or category circumstances. Analyses are consistently used to develop innovative / value adding options for working with suppliers / categories. • Commercial & Financial analysis: Knowledge of financial and managerial accounting principles • Risk Management- Risk is systematically identified, analyzed and assessed in terms of probability with options generated to reduce or mitigate the risk. • Priority setting: Knows how to set priorities and organize tasks to achieve a goal. • Problem Solving- Skilled at complex problem solving, which includes defining the problem, creating and evaluating alternative solutions, testing preferred solutions, assessing and re-testing as necessary. Knows when to call on additional support. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
    $81k-117k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Purchasing Agent Manufacturing

    Visionshr

    Buyer job in Croton-on-Hudson, NY

    PURCHASING AGENT/BUYER - MANUFACTURING (RAW MATERIALS FOCUS) Compensation: $80,000-$90,000+ (Depending on Experience) Seeking an experienced Buyer with a strong emphasis on raw materials procurement to support a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials (primary focus), as well as components, tooling, and services required to meet production and inventory demands. This is an Excel-heavy, data-driven role requiring strong analytical capability, the ability to manage supplier relationships, and close collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to ensure cost control, quality standards, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent manufacturing purchasing experience 3-5 years of Buyer or Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment Demonstrated experience purchasing raw materials to support production schedules Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, IF statements, and data validation; macros preferred Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills Proven ability to negotiate pricing, lead times, contracts, and payment terms Experience managing and evaluating supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and cost Ability to resolve supplier issues, including shortages, delays, quality concerns, and pricing discrepancies Understanding of inventory management, including inventory levels, turns, and carrying costs Experience supporting cost-reduction initiatives and materials-related budgeting and forecasting Ability to maintain accurate purchasing data and documentation Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to work cross-functionally Strong attention to detail, sense of urgency, accountability, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently Preferred Experience in metal, industrial, or heavy manufacturing environments Knowledge of inventory control and production planning Familiarity with ISO, quality systems, or regulated manufacturing environments Experience with supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays 401(k) plan Long-established, financially stable manufacturing organization located in Westchester County, NY.
    $80k-90k yearly Auto-Apply 3d ago
  • Sr. Buyer

    Reckitt Benckiser 4.2company rating

    Buyer job in Nutley, NJ

    We are Reckitt Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege. Supply Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers. About the role You'll play a pivotal role in supporting Reckitt's commercial ambitions, acting as the key link between procurement, marketing stakeholders, and a diverse supplier ecosystem. You'll shape how we invest across multiple marketing channels, all while working in a collaborative, fast-paced, and supportive environment. We are committed to your growth. You'll have opportunities to broaden your procurement expertise, lead high-visibility projects, and influence the future of our Indirect Procurement strategies. This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time. Your responsibilities * Category Strategy & Management: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for marketing and commercial categories (Fulfillment, CRM, Printed Materials, Promo Items, PR, etc.), ensuring alignment with business needs, local/global procurement frameworks, and overall company goals. * Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate closely with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Legal, Global Procurement and other functions to understand requirements, guide stakeholders through the sourcing process, and deliver tailored solutions. * Vendor Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong partnerships with marketing suppliers, ensuring strong performance across service, quality, innovation, delivery and cost. * Cost & Value Optimization: Identify opportunities to generate savings, improve ROI of marketing spend, streamline processes, and challenge the status quo with data-driven insights. * Risk Management: Proactively assess and mitigate risks related to supplier performance, contractual gaps, market dynamics, service continuity, and compliance. * Contracting & Compliance: Lead negotiations and contract development in partnership with Legal teams, ensuring execution of agreements aligned with Reckitt's standards, policies and compliance requirements. * Category Transformation & Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives that enhance sourcing efficiency, expand supplier capabilities, optimize operations, and unlock innovation within the supply base. * Ownership & Accountability: Serve as the face of Procurement for assigned categories, driving outcomes with independence, clarity and a strong sense of accountability. The experience we're looking for * Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management or related field. * 4+ years of relevant experience in Indirect Procurement, ideally with Marketing categories. * Strong negotiation and analytical skills with ability to influence stakeholders and drive cost-effective, value-added solutions. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * High level of ownership, accountability and ability to work independently. * Familiarity with commercial contracts, compliance and procurement policies. * Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities. * Comfortable navigating ambiguity and delivering results in a fast-paced environment. The skills for success Supply Chain Management, Relationship Management, Business Accumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Distribution Logistics, Logistics Management, Management Third-party Logistics Providers, Supply Chain Planning, Vendor Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Supply Management, Procurement. What we offer With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy. US salary ranges USD $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 Equality We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law. Nearest Major Market: Newark Nearest Secondary Market: New York City Job Segment: Nutrition, Counseling, Healthcare
    $100k-150k yearly 28d ago
  • Purchasing Agent

    Public Schools of The Tarrytowns (Ny

    Buyer job in Tarrytown, NY

    2024-2025NOTICE OF OPENING Purchasing Agent Business Office Responsible for overseeing the requisitioning process, serving as a liaison between staff and vendors, reviewing expenditure records, maintaining purchasing contracts, and working with staff regarding ordering needs. Experience with practices dealing with purchasing and working with organizational purchasing policies.Ability to utilize computer software applications and spreadsheets.Minimum qualifications to take the Civil Service Exam: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either: (a) six years of office experience, four years of which included or was supplemented by purchasing activities for a commercial, industrial or governmental enterprise or agency; or (b) a Bachelor's Degree* in Business or Public Administration and two years of the specialized experience described above; or (c) a Master's Degree* in Business or Public OLAS is an online job application system for K-12 Education. The platform connects you with more than 10,000 school jobs, including educator, non-instructional, and administrator positions in New York State and surrounding areas. OLAS job services are provided by PNW BOCES.
    $46k-69k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Buyer, Materials Management

    Carepoint Health

    Buyer job in Jersey City, NJ

    About Us CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals - Bayonne Medical Center, Christ Hospital, and Hoboken University Medical Center. CarePoint united these three area hospitals to provide 360 degree coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 4,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey, and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals. CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs. What You'll Be Doing The Materials Management Buyer is responsible for the purchase of supplies, equipment and purchased services with the goal and focus on quality, availability, and cost that afford the best products at the lowest cost by adhering to the agreed upon contracts (including GPO or local contracts). As part of the procurement function, responsible for strategically reducing acquisition costs within defined categories of the hospitals spend. Seeks to reduce expenditures through effective supplier negotiations, value analysis, cost modeling, etc. Facilitates contract management and prepares requests for proposals or bids while following established policies and procedures. Implements savings initiatives. Researches and maintains competitive sources of supply, while utilizing data and analytics tools/resources. The successful candidate will be able to: Identifying, addressing and reporting all major, consistent/persistent price discrepancies to appropriate personnel including the Materials Manager. Creates, confirms, and accurately expedites all purchase orders for assigned departments via email, telephone, or electronic order entry. Organizes, updates, and retains product information files, and purchase order records. Proactively investigates price changes and challenges these changes when not justified. Ensures appropriate paperwork is secured from the vendor and updated in the respective information systems. Analyzes data in spreadsheet and database format Verifies requisitions for proper approvals, appropriate use of item files, contract pricing and manufacturer, distribution channel, and terms and conditions. Resolves issues of receipts, backorders, accruals, returns, quality (fitness for use), or invoicing issues for purchase orders, and assists in resolving invoice/Purchase Order discrepancies by working collaboratively with vendors and CarePoint Health Accounts Payable Department. Establishes and maintains an open and clear line of communication with assigned departments while acting as a source of product knowledge, with the goal of driving savings and standardization. Initiates and maintains the preferred vendor list for each department and reviews purchase orders to verify compliance with approved vendors. Provides detailed review for assigned departmental spend to ensure adherence to contract when appropriate and assists in conversion to compliant products. Governs backorder and substitution requirements and action plans to ensure clinicians have the necessary supplies to maintain patient care levels. Also facilitates and maintains the short-term substitute list. Maintains proper and appropriate professional and ethical relationships with all vendor representatives/business partners and conducts business according to established principals and guidelines. Collaborate with end users to support key initiates. Consistently reviews spend and identifies areas for savings and renegotiation. Other projects and duties as assigned. What We're Looking For High School diploma required. Undergraduate degree preferred. 3-5 years prior experience working in healthcare procurement preferred. Ability to multitask and perform other duties as assigned, or as needed. Ability to communicate/interact professionally and respectfully with other CarePoint employees, professional staff, and/or external contacts to offer ideas, identify issues, obtain information, or deliver services and savings. Familiarity with methods of purchasing, supplier partnership, shipping, receiving, and accounts payable, as well as contract terms and conditions, procurement, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to navigate and manage multiple information systems Strong negotiating skills accompanied with the ability to strategically reduce costs. Ability to provide a high level of customer service in an intensive yet professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using active listening and problem-solving approaches. Ability to demonstrate the ability to adapt to change, while effectively responding to changing needs, conditions, and/or priorities. Focus on problem solving Ability to work collaboratively, in a team setting. What We Offer • Competitive pay • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401k with Company match • Generous paid time off • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Advancement and career development opportunities CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
    $46k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Purchasing Agent

    Imperial Dade

    Buyer job in Jersey City, NJ

    Imperial Dade is the leading independently owned and operated distributor of foodservice packaging and janitorial supplies in North America. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, we serve customers in many business-to-business market segments, including restaurants, grocery stores, healthcare, sports and entertainment, and cruise lines. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in New Jersey, Imperial Dade serves as a mission-critical partner to more than 120,000 customers through our footprint of 130+ branches. All correspondence will come directly from Imperial Dade and not a personal email address. Imperial Dade, a leading North American distributor, has a Purchasing Agent role available On-Site in Jersey City, NJ! Join a strong and continuously evolving Purchasing group, helping to continue to grow our business in Kitchen Smallwears and Commercial Kitchen Equipment. Imperial Dade is a great place to take that next step if you're eager for your next opportunity. A successful Purchasing Agent combines strategic and tactical expertise, with experience in vendor relations, new item setup, and purchase order management for Kitchen Smallwears. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong prioritization and negotiation skills, maintains a sense of urgency in resolving issues, and has experience with Kitchen Smallwares. You will: * Source and purchase Smallware category, managing vendor relationships and ensuring product availability to meet customer and operational needs. * Collaborate with Sales leads, Designers and suppliers to support the quoting process, item set-up, purchase order writing and tracking for the Commercial Equipment program. * Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and internal Sales teams to ensure alignment on priorities and customer needs. * Create, release, and track purchase orders accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and inventory requirements. * Monitor and manage supplier performance, negotiating and resolving issues that impact cost, quality, delivery, or service levels. * Maintain up-to-date purchase records, inventory levels, and reporting to ensure visibility and accuracy. * Define, track, and continuously improve key performance metrics (e.g., fill rates, in-stock levels, lead times, inventory turns). You have: * 3+ years of buying Kitchen Smallwares is required, inventory management, or supply chain experience; commercial equipment experience is a big plus. * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (preferred). * High proficiency in Microsoft Excel; aptitude to quickly learn other technical applications and ERP/procurement systems. * Effective collaborator, able to build strong working relationships with Sales, Design, Buying teams, suppliers, and ensure alignment and maintain clear lines of contact with both suppliers and internal teams.
    $46k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 8d ago
  • Buyer, Materials Management

    Carepoint Health Management Associates

    Buyer job in Jersey City, NJ

    About Us CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals - Bayonne Medical Center, Christ Hospital, and Hoboken University Medical Center. CarePoint united these three area hospitals to provide 360 degree coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 4,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey, and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals. CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs. What You'll Be Doing The Materials Management Buyer is responsible for the purchase of supplies, equipment and purchased services with the goal and focus on quality, availability, and cost that afford the best products at the lowest cost by adhering to the agreed upon contracts (including GPO or local contracts). As part of the procurement function, responsible for strategically reducing acquisition costs within defined categories of the hospitals spend. Seeks to reduce expenditures through effective supplier negotiations, value analysis, cost modeling, etc. Facilitates contract management and prepares requests for proposals or bids while following established policies and procedures. Implements savings initiatives. Researches and maintains competitive sources of supply, while utilizing data and analytics tools/resources. The successful candidate will be able to: Identifying, addressing and reporting all major, consistent/persistent price discrepancies to appropriate personnel including the Materials Manager. Creates, confirms, and accurately expedites all purchase orders for assigned departments via email, telephone, or electronic order entry. Organizes, updates, and retains product information files, and purchase order records. Proactively investigates price changes and challenges these changes when not justified. Ensures appropriate paperwork is secured from the vendor and updated in the respective information systems. Analyzes data in spreadsheet and database format Verifies requisitions for proper approvals, appropriate use of item files, contract pricing and manufacturer, distribution channel, and terms and conditions. Resolves issues of receipts, backorders, accruals, returns, quality (fitness for use), or invoicing issues for purchase orders, and assists in resolving invoice/Purchase Order discrepancies by working collaboratively with vendors and CarePoint Health Accounts Payable Department. Establishes and maintains an open and clear line of communication with assigned departments while acting as a source of product knowledge, with the goal of driving savings and standardization. Initiates and maintains the preferred vendor list for each department and reviews purchase orders to verify compliance with approved vendors. Provides detailed review for assigned departmental spend to ensure adherence to contract when appropriate and assists in conversion to compliant products. Governs backorder and substitution requirements and action plans to ensure clinicians have the necessary supplies to maintain patient care levels. Also facilitates and maintains the short-term substitute list. Maintains proper and appropriate professional and ethical relationships with all vendor representatives/business partners and conducts business according to established principals and guidelines. Collaborate with end users to support key initiates. Consistently reviews spend and identifies areas for savings and renegotiation. Other projects and duties as assigned. What We're Looking For High School diploma required. Undergraduate degree preferred. 3-5 years prior experience working in healthcare procurement preferred. Ability to multitask and perform other duties as assigned, or as needed. Ability to communicate/interact professionally and respectfully with other CarePoint employees, professional staff, and/or external contacts to offer ideas, identify issues, obtain information, or deliver services and savings. Familiarity with methods of purchasing, supplier partnership, shipping, receiving, and accounts payable, as well as contract terms and conditions, procurement, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to navigate and manage multiple information systems Strong negotiating skills accompanied with the ability to strategically reduce costs. Ability to provide a high level of customer service in an intensive yet professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using active listening and problem-solving approaches. Ability to demonstrate the ability to adapt to change, while effectively responding to changing needs, conditions, and/or priorities. Focus on problem solving Ability to work collaboratively, in a team setting. What We Offer • Competitive pay • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401k with Company match • Generous paid time off • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Advancement and career development opportunities CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
    $46k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Indirect Purchaser

    Elevate Career Group

    Buyer job in Newark, NJ

    A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Indirect Purchaser to manage all non-production purchasing needs. This role involves sourcing, ordering, and tracking internal supplies and services - from office materials and equipment to facility tools and maintenance support. The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and skilled at vendor communication and cost control. Responsibilities: Manage and process internal purchasing requests, ensuring timely and cost-effective fulfillment. Source, evaluate, and maintain relationships with vendors and service providers. Monitor inventory levels and track orders to ensure accuracy and timely delivery. Support cost-saving initiatives through smart purchasing strategies and vendor negotiations. Skills: Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Excellent communication and vendor management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchasing or ERP systems. Analytical and detail-focused with a proactive, solution-driven mindset. Requirements: Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (manufacturing or facility experience preferred). Tech-savvy with strong documentation and record-keeping abilities. Ability to handle multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining accuracy. A proactive sense of ownership, accountability, and teamwork. Location: Newark, NJ | Hours: Full-time. | Salary: $70-100k | Job#1015 |
    $70k-100k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Purchaser

    Mai Placement

    Buyer job in Newark, NJ

    We are hiring an E-Commerce Purchaser to join our growing team in Newark, NJ. This role focuses on identifying new product opportunities, analyzing market trends, and expanding an existing product catalog within established supply relationships. The Purchaser will play a key role in driving new product development for a fast-growing e-commerce business selling across major online marketplaces. This is an on-site, full-time position working closely with ownership and operations. The ideal candidate has strong e-commerce experience, understands Amazon Seller Central, and brings a mix of analytical thinking and creativity to product selection and development. Key Responsibilities: Identify and evaluate new product ideas and opportunities Analyze existing products, customer demand, and market trends Review educational and consumer products to inspire new offerings Collaborate with internal stakeholders on product launches Manage purchasing decisions within existing supplier relationships Track product performance and support ongoing assortment growth Qualifications: E-commerce experience required Working knowledge of Amazon Seller Central Strong analytical and decision-making skills Self-starter with a high level of initiative and follow-through Ability to work on-site in Newark, NJ Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting product launches Familiarity with multi-channel e-commerce platforms Creative mindset with a strong business sense Compensation: $70,000-$85,000 per year Schedule & Location: Full-time, Monday-Friday On-site in Newark, NJ Email resume to: **********************
    $70k-85k yearly Easy Apply 1d ago
  • Purchaser

    Haddad Plumbing & Heating

    Buyer job in Newark, NJ

    Job Description Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. has Been in Business for 25 Years Servicing New Jersey, New York City, and Westchester County in Mid-Rise and High-Rise buildings with Exceptional Work and a Proven Track Record. This is a Terrific Opportunity for a Well Organized and Outgoing Individual to have a Great Career in a Great Industry. Summary This Position Involves Sourcing and Purchasing all Material and Equipment Needed from Existing and New Vendors at a Better Cost than Estimated. Essential Functions Procure Material and Equipment by Negotiating Cost, Delivery Schedule, and Terms with Vendors. Issue and Verify all Costs of Purchase Orders According to the Project Estimate. Manage Purchase Orders to Ensure Accurate Tracking and Expediting as Needed. Seek and Maintain Strong Relationships with Internal Team Members and Vendors. Confirm with Vendors to Acknowledge and Ensure Punctual Delivery. Follow Up and Resolve Issues Related to Back Orders and Returns Promptly. Find and Evaluate New Vendors to Improve Cost and Quality of Material and Equipment. Participate in Project Meetings to Understand Delivery Schedules. Required Education and Experience High School Diploma. 3 Years of Experience in Purchasing, Preferably in the Plumbing and HVAC Related Industry. Good Written and Verbal Communication Skills. Exceptional Organizational and Follow Up Skills. Ability to Work Independently with Minimal Supervision. Powered by JazzHR wIQwvvaK8x
    $49k-72k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Retail Contingent

    Tapestry, Inc. 4.7company rating

    Buyer job in Elizabeth, NJ

    Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Sales Associate Job Description The Sales Associate role is an integral part of the store's overall success and efficiency: demanding direct attention to our brand commitment when servicing our customers and driving results. Responsible for upholding Coach's Service and Selling Models, creating a positive first impression, building on-going customer relationships through a personalized experience, and leaving a positive, lasting impression. SALES FLOOR: * Understands organizational objectives and makes decisions that align with Company priorities * Takes ownership and is committed to delivering results, while remaining actively aware of personal and store metrics; and creates personal sales and clienteling strategies in partnership with the management team. * Creates short- and long-term strategies to achieve personal metrics and performance goals * Takes ownership of personal survey results and creates plans to improve and overcome areas of opportunity * Represents Coach as a brand ambassador * Demonstrates Coach's Selling and Service expectations at all times * Understands changes in local market with potential impact on business performance and supports the execution of local sales strategies and tactics * Drives business through sales strategies, clienteling, sourcing new customers and maintaining on-going productive relationships with customers * Creates positive impressions with customers by bringing best self to work through attire consistent with Coach's Guide to Style * Builds credibility and trust as a personal fashion advisor by communicating fashion awareness and a strong knowledge of competition. * Provides in-depth product knowledge, including features, benefits, current offerings, and overall product value. * Remains aware and is clearly able to communicate current pricing and promotional strategy to customers. * Discusses product features and builds the sale by leveraging cross-selling skills and abilities. * Cross-sells and encourages beneficial product add-ons that relate to the customer's shopping needs * Sensitive to customers' needs and tailors approach by reading cues * Attends to the unique and individual shopping needs of each customer. * Works with multiple customers simultaneously and breaks away as appropriate * Follows up with customers consistently and genuinely to influence/close the sale * Flexes personal selling techniques to contribute to overall store financial results * Builds lasting and loyal relationships with customers * Leverages Coach's tools and technology to support relationship building and clienteling efforts * Creates enthusiasm and positivity for a shared vision and mission * Promotes and endorses a team selling environment * Fosters an environment of teamwork, trust and collaboration with internal and external customers * Remains solution oriented; is adaptable and flexible to changing business and store needs * Welcomes feedback and adapts behaviors as appropriate * Maintains a calm and professional demeanor at all times OPERATIONS: * Ensures all daily tasks are completed without negatively impacting service or Coach standards * Completes daily operational tasks including maintaining store (sales floor and backroom), cash wrap and visual merchandising to Coach standards consistently and in a timely manner * Maintains a clean and tidy selling floor at all times * Adheres to all applicable retail policies and procedures including POS, Operations and Asset Protection procedures * Replenishes inventory on sales floor as needed * Supports Store Inventory Process by processing shipment, stocking shelves, replenishing sales floor, maintains strong organizational standards as it relates to product both in the stockroom and on the sales floor. * Supports cash-wrap when needed to process purchases, returns, and exchanges. * Efficiently processes customer transactions: Purchase, Return, Exchange, Found Order etc. * Effectively helps to prepare store by organizing functional areas, performs routine cleaning, maintains strong organizational standards and maintains visual merchandising expectations. Competencies required: * Drive For Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully. Is consistently one of the top performers. Very bottom line oriented. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results. * Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets first hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services. Acts with customers in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. * Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas. Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions. Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. * Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kind of people up down and sideways. Inside and outside the organization. Builds rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can diffuse even high tension situations comfortably. * Learning on The Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems. A relentless and versatile learner. Open to change. Analyzes both successes and failures for cues to improve, experiments and will try anything to find solutions. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything. * Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish. Seldom gives up on anything before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks. * Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change. Can shift gears comfortably. Can decide to act without having the total picture. Does not get upset when things are up in the air. Doesn't have to finish things before moving on. Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Additional Requirements Experience: 1- 3 years of previous sales experience, preferably in a luxury retail service environment. Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace. Education: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred. Technical: Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets. Physical: Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product/cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment/transfers Schedule: Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother's Day, etc.). Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements. Tapestry, Inc., parent company of the Coach brand, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action, employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at ************** Our Competencies for All Employees * Courage: Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary. * Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. * Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. * Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. * Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. * Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably. * Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything. Our Competencies for All People Managers * Strategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans. * Developing Direct Reports and Others: Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person's career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes people to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental system in the organization; is a people builder. * Building Effective Teams: Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in their team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at ************** or ****************************** Visit Coach at ************** Work Setup BASE PAY RANGE $17.00 TO $17.00 Hourly General Description of All Benefits: Our company offers a number of benefits to eligible employees, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance and disability insurance. Eligible employees are also able to enroll in our company's 401(k) savings plan and take paid time off for wellness needs and vacations. For additional information about our benefits Click Here - U.S Store Compensation & Benefits General Description of Other Compensation: Eligible employees will be able to receive discounts on certain products and incentive compensation. Req ID: 124091
    $17-17 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Purchaser

    Haddad Plumbing & Heating

    Buyer job in Newark, NJ

    Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. has Been in Business for 25 Years Servicing New Jersey, New York City, and Westchester County in Mid-Rise and High-Rise buildings with Exceptional Work and a Proven Track Record. This is a Terrific Opportunity for a Well Organized and Outgoing Individual to have a Great Career in a Great Industry. Summary This Position Involves Sourcing and Purchasing all Material and Equipment Needed from Existing and New Vendors at a Better Cost than Estimated. Essential Functions Procure Material and Equipment by Negotiating Cost, Delivery Schedule, and Terms with Vendors. Issue and Verify all Costs of Purchase Orders According to the Project Estimate. Manage Purchase Orders to Ensure Accurate Tracking and Expediting as Needed. Seek and Maintain Strong Relationships with Internal Team Members and Vendors. Confirm with Vendors to Acknowledge and Ensure Punctual Delivery. Follow Up and Resolve Issues Related to Back Orders and Returns Promptly. Find and Evaluate New Vendors to Improve Cost and Quality of Material and Equipment. Participate in Project Meetings to Understand Delivery Schedules. Required Education and Experience High School Diploma. 3 Years of Experience in Purchasing, Preferably in the Plumbing and HVAC Related Industry. Good Written and Verbal Communication Skills. Exceptional Organizational and Follow Up Skills. Ability to Work Independently with Minimal Supervision.
    $49k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago

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How much does a buyer earn in Mahwah, NJ?

The average buyer in Mahwah, NJ earns between $39,000 and $96,000 annually. This compares to the national average buyer range of $37,000 to $76,000.

Average buyer salary in Mahwah, NJ

$61,000

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The biggest employers of Buyers in Mahwah, NJ are:
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