Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs in Columbia, SC

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 - Castings
  • Impact Solutions Inc
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • Well established and a leading international company has a newly created opportunity in the beautiful upstate of SC for a Sr. Buyer at their manufacturing and distribution facility of around 700 people which is commute distance to the west of the Greenville metropolitan area.    They have many employees who have served more than 25 years, enhancing its family atmosphere and its ability to offer significant stable, long-term career opportunities.  Their manufactured product is beneficial to society as well.  There are major company benefits.  They also offer very attractive work / personal life balance.  Relocation assistance is available. 

    The Senior Buyer independently performs activities relevant to the procurement of company raw material, capital equipment, tooling, and other items in accordance with established company and departmental objectives, policies and procedures.

    Job Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate purchasing activities and set priorities to attain optimum quality, delivery, price, and terms objectives.
    • Select and assemble accurate information utilizing existing requirements planning input, vendor research, and other methods for making sound procurement decisions.
    • Participate in the development and analysis of purchasing information systems for the purpose of upgrading and maintaining such data. Offer recommendations for improvements and actively participate in maintaining the accuracy of relevant requirements planning tools. Periodic review and maintenance of tools to establish appropriate supplier lead-times, item classifications, safety stocks, and inventory levels.
    • Establish optimum supplier sourcing arrangements for those items which procurement responsibility is assigned, by using such methods as negotiation, vendor facilities analysis, performance evaluation, value analysis, quality improvement, and other sound judgment techniques.
    • Participate in internal and cross-functional teams as assigned by superiors.
    • Participate in cost reduction activities and projects to achieve established savings goals for both existing and developmental procured items.
    • Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers including freight costs and other logistic issues.
    • Initiate and issue purchase orders, change notices, and any correspondence with vendors as required. Act as liaison between internal and external contacts.
    • Coordinate resolution of vendor quality problems through investigation of causes, proper use of in-house expertise, vendor expertise, and outside expertise where appropriate.
    • Participate in proposed sample evaluations, monitoring communicating developments to appropriate internal and external contacts, utilizing inspection reports and other data.
    • Initiate internal and external communications such as letters, memos, reports, etc. as required in the performance of assigned duties.
    • Guide various activities of the Purchasing staff as directed by the Purchasing Superiors to assure appropriate efficiency of the Purchasing function.
    • Perform (or direct others in) necessary vendor expediting tasks to assure desirable deliveries.
    • Inform Purchasing Superiors of all unusual and significant developments that occur within the assigned sphere of responsibility.
    • Participate in, coordinate, and/or initiate action with Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales to correct problematic situations.
    • Occasional travel is needed to visit suppliers' facilities
    • Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe conditions or practice to your supervisor.
    • Performs other duties as directed.

    Competencies:

    • Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high quality communication flows smoothly
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    • Outstanding customer service and negotiation skills
    • Excellent time management and organization ability
    • Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
    • Works systematically and logically to resolve problems

    Skills:

    • Understanding of common business practices relating to purchasing, pricing, terms, shipment, taxes and payment for products and services
    • Understanding of models, drawings and manufacturing processes
    • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles
    • Knowledge of the markets and commodities/component types related to assigned responsibilities
    • Knowledge of technical details of the company product
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office and AS400 Software

    Work Environment:

    • Works primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential

    Physical Demands:

    • Ability to be punctual and attend work on a regular and consistent basis
    • Ability to concentrate with various interruptions and various noise levels
    • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and shop floor to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
    • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80 percent of the time
    • Occasional travel is needed
    • Occasionally will be expected to lift small boxes not to exceed 20 pounds

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and/or Related Field
    • 5 years in Manufacturing, Purchasing and/or Related Field with preferably D365 ERP experience and must have casting purchasing experience
    • Additional Continuing Education Certification in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Related Field or a Master's Degree in Business Administration and/or Related Field preferred

     

     

  • 20 Days Ago

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today.We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules an...
  • 12 Days Ago

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Hilton, SC FULL_TIME
  • Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today.We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules an...
  • 1 Month Ago

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Orangeburg, SC FULL_TIME
  • Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today.We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules an...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Buyer
  • Lennox International
  • Orangeburg, SC OTHER
  • Company Overview Lennox (NYSE: LII) is an industry leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions founded over a century ago on the principles of integrity and innovation. Dedicated to sustainab...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Buyer
  • Lennox International
  • Orangeburg, SC OTHER
  • Company Overview Lennox (NYSE: LII) is an industry leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions founded over a century ago on the principles of integrity and innovation. Dedicated to sustainab...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Forklift Operator PT, $20.23 hr Loader III
  • R+L Carriers
  • West Columbia, SC
  • Job Description Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $20.23 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Sales Associate
  • American Freight Inc.
  • Columbia, SC
  • ** Retail Sales Associate** **Job Category****:** Sales **Requisition Number****:** RETAI006423 Showing 1 location **Job...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full Time Self Storage Manager
  • Universal Storage Group
  • Columbia, SC
  • Put your life experience to work for us at River Park Self Storage! Self-Storage is a fast-paced environment. Our employ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Freight Manager>
  • Ollie's Bargain Outlet
  • Columbia, SC
  • Ollie's Bargain Outlet - 300 Saint Andrews Rd [Store Supervisor] As a Manager at Ollie's Bargain Outlet, you'll: Provide...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Team Driver Refrigerated Over the Road, Regional
  • The Trucker
  • Columbia, SC
  • ****CDL-A Team Drivers in Columbia, SC**** **Work Well. Live Well. Earn Well.** **$5,000 Orientation Pay per team & $1,0...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Company Driver Flatbed Regional
  • The Trucker
  • Columbia, SC
  • ****CDL-A Truck Driver Job, Flatbed Freight, Columbia, SC**** **Excellent Earnings for Flatbed Drivers up to $88,000. No...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Delivery Driver
  • Monro Muffler Brake Inc.
  • Columbia, SC
  • **Delivery Driver** * Columbia, SC, USA * Full-time **Company Description** **Monro, Inc.** Monro, Inc. is one of the na...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Associate Part Time
  • Qonten
  • Columbia, SC
  • **Warehouse Associate Part Time** - | Sun, 23 Jan 2022 13:52:36 GMT You will participate in the daily activities of our ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plain, across which rivers drop as falls or rapids. Columbia grew up at the fall line of the Congaree River, which is formed by the convergence of the Broad River and the Saluda River. The Congaree was the farthest inland point of river navigation. The energy of falling water also powered Columbia's early mills. The city has capitalized on this location which includes three rivers by christening itself "The Columbia Riverbanks Region". Columbia is lo...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs
$67,141 to $84,080
Columbia, South Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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