Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs in Jacksonville, AR

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. Planner / Buyer
  • PerfectVision
  • Little Rock, AR FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY

    The role of Senior Buyer/Planner will focus on the procurement of technical, highly engineered components utilized in the Wireless Infrastructure Industry. The Sr. Buyer/Planner will ensure adherence to corporate standards, operational plans and Procurement goals including: RFQ's, negotiations, cost accountability, purchase order placement, resolution of supply issues to meet customer demand, resolution of invoicing issues, project execution, and attainment of Key Process Indicators (KPIs). The Sr. Buyer/planner will be responsible for determining sourcing options, supplier capability, make/buy analysis, cost analysis, planning levels, inventory accuracy, and maintaining material master/information records in the ERP system.

    This role requires the ability to work in a fast paced, telecommunications environment with constant changes, manage several projects at once, demonstrating the ability to come up with creative approaches to complex challenges. This role requires commitment to developing strong relationships internally and externally focused on meeting the needs of our customers while accomplishing the strategic and financial objectives of PerfectVision

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Reasonable Accommodations Statement 

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and basic duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and basic duties.

    Essential Functions Statement(s) 

    • Use historical data to assist in the buying decision-making process. Analyze inventory trends, sales history, industry performance, and market conditions to anticipate present and future price changes, product availability, lead-time, and capability of vendors. 
    • React quickly to changing market demands and drive strong product margins by using available vendor and product information to buy product that satisfies supply and demand needs while meeting cost reduction requirements. 
    • Ensure an adequate level of stock is available to customers when needed while minimizing overages or shortages.
    • Negotiate and source vendors for new and/or existing items to secure quality product selection, low pricing and shipping, customer service, and on-time deliveries. 
    • Maintain accurate reports with purchasing information, vendor lead times, open purchases, commitments and shortages to ensure clear communication between vendors and impacted departments.
    • Track purchase status and evaluate vendor performance related to on-time delivery, fill rates and errors, transfer cost improvements, support, and other related delivery measures.
    • Reconcile purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices to ensure accurate pricing, quantity, freight cost, shipping location and net terms. Work with the accounting department to ensure appropriate documentation is received for payment to vendors.
    • Add, update and maintain each item number, cost, classification, specification, and product description in the company’s database and website. Estimate gross profit for sales pricing by reviewing actual cost and desired gross profit margins.
    • Answer general questions related to product specification, inventory, new item requirements, estimated date of delivery and other related product information.
    • Build strong relationships with vendors that include trust, integrity, follow-up, and honesty. Maintain positive working relationships with current vendors to ensure best available product and services. 
    • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other team members within the department and throughout the organization.
    • Regular and prompt attendance at work is a primary function and requirement of this position.

    POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    • High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED); and
    • Some college knowledge in areas such as business administration, supply chain management, logistics, merchandising, procurement, or related field or equivalent work experience required.

    Experience

    • Five years plus of experience in planning, buying, and other purchasing and inventory roles which requires use of purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures, in a manufacturing or distribution environment; or
    • Two to three years of Wireless Infrastructure industry and product knowledge with past experience in a fast paced work environment that involves a high level of analytical skills and attention to detail. 

    Computer Skills

    • Computer literate in a Microsoft Windows environment. 
    • Microsoft Excel – Intermediate level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as creating a spreadsheet, formatting a spreadsheet, using the formula bar to perform various functions, importing/exporting documents, and calculating numbers. 
    • Microsoft Outlook – Basic level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as composing, sending, forwarding and replying to incoming e-mail, attaching computerized files, and utilizing calendar and task reminders.
    • Microsoft Word – Basic level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as composing, editing, naming and saving documents, formatting text, and printing.
    • Internet Explorer or other web browsers – Basic level. Must have the ability to perform functions such as navigating through websites via hyperlinks and searching websites using various search engines and boomerang searches.        
    • Accurate 10-Key by touch, alphanumeric.
    • Accurate typing skills, approximately 30 words per minute. 
    • General knowledge of how to use a calculator, scanner, copy machine, fax machine, printer, telephone and various standard office equipment. 
    • Working experience using Microsoft Dynamics AX Software and/or purchasing and inventory management systems, programs, and reports is a plus. 

    Other Requirements 

    • Proficient in intermediate mathematical skills such as adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying, and calculation of fractions, percentages, ratio, and measurements. 
    • Primary language used to perform this job is English. Bilingual in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, or French would be helpful.
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Assistant Buyer
  • Serrato Corporation
  • Little Rock, AR FULL_TIME
  • Primary Position Objective Responsible for assisting the Buyer in the planning and oversight of equipment, materials, supplies and services purchases and securing vendor contracts in compliance with g...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Assistant buyer
  • Little Rock Job Corps Center
  • Little Rock, AR FULL_TIME
  • Position Assistant Buyer Reports To Buyer Department Purchasing FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt- Full Time Primary Position Objectives Responsible for assisting the Buyer in the planning and oversight of equip...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Dollar Tree
  • Conway, AR FULL_TIME
  • Job Description 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 ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Batesville, AR FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities From every day needs to special occasions, members need you, as their mini tour guide, to take them that special product Depending on the shift you work, your job could include moving...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Dollar Tree
  • Jacksonville, AR FULL_TIME
  • Dollar Tree, Inc. - 105 Gregory Place Assistant Store Manager As an Assistant Merchandising Manager @ Dollar Tree, you'll : Oversee operations and tasks of the front-end and sales floor; Assist with t...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Warehouse Associate - Waterproofing>
  • Beacon
  • Maumelle, AR
  • Beacon - 1133187400 [Material Handler / Freight Handler] As a Warehouse Associate at Beacon, you'll: Fill orders quickly...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Parts Specialist
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • The Parts Specialist will provide all retail and installer customers with a high level of service. This position will al...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Assistant, Full Time>
  • Circle K
  • Cabot, AR
  • Circle K - 12410 Hwy 5 [ASM / Store Supervisor] As an Assistant Store Manager at Circle K, you'll: Perform shift supervi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Worker - DAY SHIFT
  • Spherion
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • *** Join our team! *** Seeking energetic Warehouse Workers for our dynamic team in North Little Rock, Arkansas. If you'r...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL Driver I
  • US LBM Holdings LLC
  • Cabot, AR
  • US LBM is one of the leading and fastest growing distributors of specialty building materials in the United States, with...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Floor Associate
  • Dollar Tree
  • Little Rock, AR
  • Store Dollar Tree Dollar Tree is seeking motivated individuals to support our Stores as we provide essential products at...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Parts Specialist
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • Cabot, AR
  • The Parts Specialist will provide all retail and installer customers with a high level of service. This position will al...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Operations Supervisor - Mc Cain Shopg Cntr
  • JCPenney
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • General Description As the Operations Supervisor, you are accountable for contributing to profitable sales growth by dri...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Jacksonville is a city in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States, and a suburb of Little Rock. As of the 2010 census, the population of the city was 28,364. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area with 729,135 people as of 2014. The city is named for Nicholas Jackson, a landowner who deeded the land for the railroad right-of-way to the Cairo & Fulton Railroad in 1870. The community evolved from the settlement surrounding the railroad depot, eventually incorporating in 1941. In 1941, construction began on the Arkansas Ordnance Plant (AOP), which ser...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs
$66,821 to $83,679
Jacksonville, Arkansas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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