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Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. assists merchandise buyers in selecting merchandise, placing orders, and distributing inventory. Responsible for inventory replenishment with open-to-buy responsibilities over a segment of the buyer's department. Being a Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor. To be a Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sr. Buyer
  • Yazaki Corporation
  • Canton, MI FULL_TIME
  • Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

    Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

    Location: Canton, MI, USA

    What We Are Looking For

    Yazaki is looking for a Sr. Buyer to join our Purchasing team in Canton, MI. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization. This position is hybrid.

    What You Will Be Doing

    • Lead set cost reduction objectives, develop cost reduction strategies, negotiate the Yazaki Purchase Terms and Conditions, and manage performance according to QCDE (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Environmental) with all suppliers.
    • Support Advanced Purchasing with cost reduction strategies, manage sourcing of new and existing suppliers, and select alternates to ensure continuity, consistency, quality, and competitive pricing.
    • As the first point of contact and liaison with the supply base, conduct Executive Supplier reviews with key suppliers to improve overall performance, and champion the SCR (Supplier Change Request) while ensuring SCRs are closed out in a timely manner.
    • Conduct market tests, renegotiate cost control to maintain competitiveness, identify savings opportunities and work with each Regional Commodity Team on cross regional projects, while supporting global cost improvement initiatives.
    • Process e-RFQ’s thru GPDB (Global Purchasing Data Base) system, while maintaining price contracts, issue tooling POs, and obtain photos from suppliers to support BU payment.
    • Ensure compliance with all documentation, and data integrity with cost reduction road map.
    • Manage Supply Chain optimization through price harmonization, localization, and logistics routes.

    What You Will Bring To The Table

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
    • 3 to 7 years of previous automotive purchasing experience
    • 5 years of previous experience with blueprints and schematics, preferred
    • Travel: 5-10% local, regional, national, and international
    • Ability to resolve issues by applying creative thinking
    • Ability to think and act logically under pressure
    • Ability to resolve issues or propose resolutions to responsible parties
    • Must work independently and collaboratively
    • Key Competencies: active learning, analytical thinking and problem solving, customer orientation, results orientation and execution, initiative and teamwork

    What We Can Provide You

    • A safe collaborative learning work environment that stimulates creativity and exploration
    • Diverse teams of experts
    • Resources from around the globe
    • Supportive leadership and team members to help you do your best work
    • Opportunities for professional growth
    • Competitive compensation and benefits package including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance and a generous holiday schedule
    • A hybrid work schedule

    Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.
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SR Buyer
  • Sonny's Enterprises LLC
  • Auburn, MI OTHER
  • Overview The Senior Buyer will research and purchase products to meet the material needs of our organization. They are responsible for finding suppliers, arranging the distribution to several retail o...
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Sr. Buyer
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation Parker Aerospace Group
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Sr. Buyer Location: KALAMAZOO, MI, United States Job Family : Procurement Job Type : Regular Posted : May 9, 2024 Job ID: 48131 Job Description The Buyer is responsible for commodities or assignments ...
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Sr. Buyer
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Sr. Buyer Location: KALAMAZOO, MI, United States Job Family : Procurement Job Type : Regular Posted : May 9, 2024 Job ID: 48131 Job Description The Buyer is responsible for commodities or assignments ...
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Sr. Buyer -- Remote | WFH
  • Get It Recruit - Transportation
  • Ann Arbor, MI FULL_TIME
  • Are you ready to take your procurement skills to the next level? We're seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Senior Buyer in beautiful Ann Arbor, MI!About UsWe are a leading manufacturer ...
  • 4 Days Ago
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Assistant Buyer
  • HOLLINGSWORTHCAREERSITE
  • Dearborn, MI FULL_TIME
  • We are expanding our corporate procurement organization and are looking for new, full-time team members to join us as Entry Level Buyers. The Entry Level Buyer follows up with suppliers to assure that...
  • 8 Days Ago
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TWIC - Cargo Handler
  • Manpower
  • Garden City, GA
  • Our client in Savannah is seeking a Cargo Handler to join their team. As a Cargo Handler, you will be part of the CES Op...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Cargo Handler
  • Comtrak Logistics
  • Dallas, TX
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM Pay Rate: $18.00/HR Bi-Weekly Pay Essential Job Functions: * Responsible for t...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Cargo Handler
  • Forward Air
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • Position: Cargo Handler Job Description: Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our f...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Cargo Handler
  • Hub Group
  • Tampa, FL
  • Job Description Essential Job Functions: Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the ope...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Cargo Handler
  • Forward Air Solutions
  • Memphis, TN
  • Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners Use handheld scanners ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Cargo Handler
  • Forward Air Solutions
  • Sterling, VA
  • Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners Use handheld scanners ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Cargo Agent
  • Everts Air
  • Anchorage, AK
  • Description Job Summary Cargo Agents are responsible for following all Everts Air Cargo (EAC) policies and procedures wh...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Warehouse Cargo Handler
  • Ryder System, Inc.
  • Niagara Falls, NY
  • Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Cargo Halnder to support our Facility at Ryder in Niagra Falls, New Y...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Michigan

Michigan consists of two peninsulas that lie between 82°30' to about 90°30' west longitude, and are separated by the Straits of Mackinac. The 45th parallel north runs through the state—marked by highway signs and the Polar-Equator Trail—along a line including Mission Point Light near Traverse City, the towns of Gaylord and Alpena in the Lower Peninsula and Menominee in the Upper Peninsula. With the exception of two small areas that are drained by the Mississippi River by way of the Wisconsin River in the Upper Peninsula and by way of the Kankakee-Illinois River in the Lower Peninsula, Michigan...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs
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What does a Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. do?

Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. in New Orleans, LA
To be effective, purchasing agents and buyers must have a working technical knowledge of the goods or services they are purchasing.
February 04, 2020
Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. in Altus, OK
Purchasing agents and buyers consider price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support when choosing suppliers and merchandise.
November 30, 2019
Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. in Fort Myers, FL
They should be capable of development to associate buyer level, and must therefore have a good fashion / design sensibility.
December 05, 2019