Agent, Fixture Purchasing

General Purpose The role of the Purchasing Agent is to purchase materials for retail Store Projects including new stores, remodels and expansions, department expansions, refurbishment projects and resets. Compensation The base pay range for this role is $26.59 - $38.77. The base pay range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location. Essential Functions Procures in-store retail fixtures, signage, and materials for Store Projects, Corporate Offices, and Distribution Centers at the lowest cost while ensuring highest quality, reliability, and urgency of need. Generates purchase orders, controls and monitors costs, develops good vendor relationships, resolves problems and disputes with vendors, and monitors the flow of goods. Assists with formulating strategy for annual bid process based on previous procedures and relative to increased number of Store Projects. Forecasts Store Project budgets by tracking monthly costs and comparing to current budget using Microsoft Excel. Communicates unexpected issues to Client in a timely manner. Collaborates with other departments and stores to advise best available product and pricing for needs. Analyzes and manages appropriate supply inventory levels allocated for Store Projects using PeopleSoft and Microsoft Excel. Expedites all purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and communicates with Store Project execution team. Interacts independently with vendors to resolve transactional issues on a daily basis to represent Client. Reviews and reconciles all invoices for supplies, equipment, and furniture in a timely fashion. Responds quickly to all inquiries and requests. Completes Special Projects as needed. Competencies Communicates Effectively Organizational Agility Collaboration Leading by Example Ensures Accountability & Execution Manages Conflict Business Acumen Plans, Aligns & Prioritizes Qualifications and Special Skills Required University degree in Business Administration or related field, or an equivalent combination and field experience required. Minimum of 3 years purchasing experience including prior management of vendor negotiation and bidding processes required. Strong Experience with Microsoft Excel Moderate level budgeting and accounting Familiar with Access Databases Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Has experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PPT, Outlook, Excel) Purchasing Software experience required: (People Soft, Coupa, ARIBA) Physical Requirements / ADA Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work. Supervisory Responsibilities NA Disclaimer This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion. Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement