Junior Buyer / Buyer

Jocott Brands, a rapidly growing beauty products company with a portfolio of brands sold in multiple channels of trade, is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Buyer who can thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where multi-tasking is essential. Our key accounts include T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, Home Goods and QVC with lines for additional retailers in development.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage existing supplier/manufacture relationships and help identify new suppliers in support of the company’s continued growth.

· Route and track component delivery to ensure materials are available according to timeline commitments.

· Identify cost saving opportunities through alternative product sourcing and services; continually challenge supplier base for innovation and cost optimization.

· Provide complete and accurate status reports as requested by management.

· Responsible for prioritizing all projects while considering the overall needs of the company and ensuring optimum utilization of available resources for timely development and introduction.

· Manage and identify optimal cost saving options for freight services internationally and domestically. Determine best freight option on given project and follow through until delivered.

· Manage all packing lists, ROG and BOLs on specified projects.

· Utilize sales meeting feedback, historical order and shipment data, current POS, inventory data and sell-thru data to develop, continuously update and improve demand plans.

· Work with vendors to resolve chronic issues such as lead time and fill rate.

· Expedite existing orders with vendors to manage low/out of stock inventory levels.

· Resolve supply-related delays, obstacles, conflicts, and product supply issues.

· Participate in weekly and ad hoc production calls with all key vendors.

· Identify production issues and report to management team.

Qualifications

· Minimum of 3 years international sourcing and procurement experience in packaged goods – preferably in beauty or personal care.

· Must be detail oriented and highly organized with strong analytical abilities.

· Ability to effectively present information and communicate with all levels of management and customers.

· Previous experience working with overseas vendors required.

· Proven ability to work successfully in a deadline driven environment with a sense of urgency.

· Demonstrated ability to remain flexible while working on multiple projects simultaneously.

· Exceptional negotiation and oral and written communication skills.

· Strong computer skills, highly proficient in MS office with experience in Excel and Power Point.

· Experience with Sage or other ERP systems.

Details

· Located in San Fernando, CA

· Salary depending on experience

· Benefits

o Medical Insurance

o Paid Time Off

o Paid Holidays

o Annual Performance Bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Procurement: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location