Buyer

Buyer

Responsible for procuring goods, managing material costs, and balancing inventory levels for assigned product categories across warehouses. Work closely with vendors to negotiate pricing and ensure timely delivery of goods. Provide procurement-related reports with analyses to the department manager. Special assignments may be assigned as needed.

Principle Responsibilities

• Manage and work collaboratively with vendors throughout the sourcing and purchasing process
• Handle purchase order placement to suppliers for domestic orders, direct import as well as containerization
• Monitor and control inventory level to reflect product seasonality
• Provide cost analysis and landed costs to sales and marketing teams
• Procure merchandise in a timely fashion per demand and forecast
• Coordinate with suppliers to determine material availability and shipment status
• Work with vendors to resolve procurement issues including but not limited to price, quality, service, and delivery during international business hours
• Collaborate with demand planner, sales, marketing, customer service, accounting, IT, logistics, warehouse, Import Department and custom brokers for inventory fulfillment
• Qualify and recommend potential vendors based on sourcing procedures, research, and analysis
• Lead cost-out initiatives for assigned product lines
• Act as liaison between internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Manage both internal and external factory audits with the Asian Sourcing Coordinator
• Represent Sourcing on distribution and logistics initiatives
• Work collaboratively with the Sales and Marketing teams to support new product and program launches
• Crosstrain on essential Purchasing functions utilizing SAP and the MRP system
• Negotiate contracts and agreements and ensure compliance with corporate standards
• Work collaboratively with the Sales and Purchasing teams to support new product and program launches with key customers.

Import Compliance

• Determine tariff classification and PGA (FDA, Aphis, EPA, etc.) applicability.
• Review Accuracy of Customs Entry Filing.
• Conduct customs entry audits for accuracy.
• Work with Import Compliance Manager to address audit results and corrections.
• Ensure Integrity of Import Data. Maintain tariff classification and duty rates in SAP/SKU repository.
• Works directly with vendors to obtain missing documentation or information required for customs clearance. Respond to inquiries from customs brokers impacting imports.

Competencies

• Proven ability to implement and execute initiatives supporting the corporate strategy.
• Capable of handling complex project management.
• Proven ability to negotiate, making sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate cross-functional leadership (internal or external).
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data organizationally.
• Delivers commitments and strong follow-up skills.
• Highly organized, results-driven, and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be available to respond to international vendors as needed during normal hours and after-hours

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum three years of global sourcing experience
• Bi-lingual (English/Mandarin) a plus
• Working knowledge of MRP systems (SAP a plus)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Essential knowledge of international logistics and US Customs Trade Compliance a plus.

The posted salary range for this position is $60,850 to $85,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.