Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Louisiana
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. Functions as a decision maker with orders of a larger and more complex scope. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
Sr Buyer
- Energy Jobline
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Westlake, LA
FULL_TIME
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Airswift is seeking a Sr Buyer for a long-term contract position with their top chemical manufacturing client in the Lake Charles, LA area.
This position is responsible for purchasing supplies and services in accordance with Purchasing Department policies and procedures. This position, as required, may be tasked with managing supply contracts. As needed, this position will confer with Purchasing management regarding specifications, quantity and quality of material and vendors.
Duties And Responsibilities
May include, but are not limited to, the following:- Manages the flow, recording, and processing of purchasing documents including capital projects. Controls and manages the purchasing activity with external suppliers.
- Negotiates purchases to the most economical advantage to the Company.
- Leverage yearly purchases to achieve lowest total cost by establishing yearly or multi-year Contracts for the purchase of goods and services through the identification of repeatable purchases, potential supply base and an appropriate sourcing strategy.
- Prepares, submits for quotes, and purchases requisitioned materials and equipment following evaluation.
- Purchases materials and services for the Plants in a manner which assures that the most economical advantage to the Company has been attained.
- Prepares bid comparisons from quotations, written and verbal, based on evaluation derived from vendor's bids.
- Expedites orders that are critical to the operation of the Plants and those orders that are behind schedule.
- Prepares and maintains Vendor database based on previous cost, quality of service, reliability and types of goods and materials.
- Assists and researches logistical information in specific areas relating to all Plant departments.
- Assists Accounting in resolving purchase/billing discrepancies; warehouse stores and other departments in expediting, scheduling, contracts, and specifications.
- Assures that purchase requisitions have had the proper D.O.A. approval levels applied and that the purchasing department complies with external guidelines, such as SOX and Frank-Dodd.
- Contacts vendors, contractors, and engineering firms to obtain quotes, delivery schedules, and terms of payment. When appropriate, negotiates discounts, delivery schedules and terms.
- Recognizes market trends and capitalizes on advantageous buying situations.
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the Company’s ERP tools.
- Trains, monitors, mentors, and assists team members in performance of their duties.
- Bachelor’s Degree Highly
- Minimum of 5 years of prior experience in the purchasing field; industrial facility experience is .
- Computer literate with good working knowledge of standard software applications (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and SAP experience .
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Buyer
- Willis Knighton Health
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Shreveport, LA
FULL_TIME
- Willis-Knighton Health System is in search of a Buyer for the Materials Management Department. This Buyer will act as an official buying agent for the institution. They will promote the most effective...
- 5 Days Ago
Buyer
- The Times-Picayune | Nola.com
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Orleans, LA
FULL_TIME
- Under general supervision, performs purchasing duties in support of department functions. Primary responsibilities are the review of requisitions for appropriateness and policy compliance in order to ...
- 9 Days Ago
Buyer
- Synergy Solutions
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Orleans, LA
FULL_TIME
- The Procurement Specialist (Buyer) will be responsible for managing procurement activities for engineering and construction projects by coordinating with project managers and ensuring the timely deliv...
- 1 Month Ago
Buyer
- Union Tank Car Company - UTLX
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Ville Platte, LA
FULL_TIME
- POSITION SUMMARY: As an individual contributor, the Site Buyer will plan and procure material to meet internal stakeholder requirements at an optimal cost. The Site Buyer will purchase goods/services ...
- 11 Days Ago
Buyer
- Qodoro
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Shreveport, LA
FULL_TIME
- Job DescriptionThis position purchases materials, supplies and services at favorable terms for the organization. Qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods ...
- 15 Days Ago
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs at Popular Companies
Merchandise Buyer - Consumer Products
- Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
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Las Vegas, NV
- ***Le poste tant situ aux tats-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.*** ***As this positio...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director, Merchandise, Games & Extra Charge
- Knott's Berry Farm
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Buena Park, CA
- Overview: Accountable for the overall operational success of the Merchandise Division, which consists of the Retail, Gam...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Merchandiser
- ClubCorp
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Charlotte, NC
- Merchandiser in Charlotte, NC at TPC Piper Glen **Location:** **Job Description** Merchandiser/Buyer Promote the game of...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer
- Lids
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Indianapolis, IN
- About Our Company Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-or...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
RTW Merchandise Buyer
- PISTOLA Denim
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- REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Merchandising OBJECTIVE: This role’s main function is to manage the RTW merchandising and...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer
- Ernest
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Farmington Hills, MI
- For over 78 years, Ernest has been committed to the success of our extended family, our customers, our employees, and th...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Jr Buyer & Merchandiser
- REVOLVE
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Los Angeles, CA
- Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation ...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer
- Ernest
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Portland, OR
- For over 78 years, Ernest has been committed to the success of our extended family, our customers, our employees, and th...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Louisiana
Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas; to the north by Arkansas; to the east by Mississippi; and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico.
The state may properly be divided into two parts, the uplands of the north, and the alluvial along the coast.
The alluvial region includes low swamp lands, coastal marshlands and beaches, and barrier islands that cover about 20,000 square miles (52,000 km2). This area lies principally along the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, which traverses the state from north to south for a distance of about 600 mi (970 km)) and empties into the Gulf of Mexico; ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
$129,734 to $181,426
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What does a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. do?
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Milwaukee, WI
Buyers and merchandisers strive to put together a range that offers the best possible choice to the consumer whilst maximising retail sales and profits.
January 12, 2020
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Olympia, WA
Buyers and purchasing agents buy farm products, durable and nondurable goods, and services for organizations and institutions.
December 07, 2019
Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Phoenix, AZ
Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield.
December 31, 2019