Job Information
Empire Merchants North Buyer in West Coxsackie, New York
Order#: NY1608374 We are seeking an experienced, motivated Buyer
This is a hybrid position. Working in the Coxsackie, NY office during training and as needed are required.
Individual is responsible for reviewing forecasting, order planning, purchasing, recordkeeping, item and cost maintenance, and order tracking for all brands and items of their assigned vendors.
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESULTS
Purchases product through review of demand and purchase requisitions to meet company objectives and supplier requirements.
Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and create purchase orders using SAP.
Reviews order requests from sales and suppliers and determines if the requests are reasonable.
Use problem-solving skills to resolve daily challenges that arise.
Performs analysis related to inventory needs, amount of overstock, financial and/or storage considerations.
Plans orders and reviews forecasting for accuracy and trends during the ordering process.
Maintains proper inventory levels by warehouse through consistent review of inventory using various reports, forecasting, and direction from the demand planner and sales. Improve ordering to reduce out of stocks, and the need for transfers between warehouses.
Tracks orders to ensure product is received on schedule and accurate ETAs are maintained. Communicate with carriers to ensure that orders are expedited if needed. Determine appropriate corrective action when discrepancies arise.
Maintains excellent records of information used to prepare orders, the orders themselves, the confirmations and receipt information.
Performs item maintenance to ensure accurate data is always available.
Responsible for maintaining accurate cost conditions and review of moving averages.
Develops strong working relationships with demand planners, sales, carriers, and suppliers through regular and professional communication.
Manages exceptions by communicating with sales, suppliers, carriers, and management.
Manages the claims process for ordering discrepancies.
Facilitates the samples process.
Achieves work objectives by gathering pertinent data, identifying, and evaluating options and choosing a course of action.
Maintains organizations stability and reputation by keeping information confidential.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Empire Merchants North offers a competitive compensation package including:
Salary Range: $62,354 - $65,000 and annual bonus potential Paid Holidays, Health Plan options (medical, dental, disability coverage, life insurance, and other voluntary plans), 401K, PTO, vacation accrual, Flexible Spending Account, and more. The company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience when making an offer.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Certifications, and/or licenses:
Associate or Bachelors degree in business or related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 3 years supply chain experience
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Wine and Spirits Industry knowledge a plus.
SAP experience preferred.
Proficient PC skills using MS Office, intermediate Excel skills, and other various computer systems are necessary.
Must be a result-oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as strong customer service skills.
Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pays attention to detail and meet deadlines.