Merchandise Buyer jobs in Burnsville, MN

Merchandise Buyer 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 researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • Invio Automation
  • Plymouth, MN FULL_TIME
  • THE COMPANY
    Invio Automation is an Industry 4.0 automation leader that serves a variety of high-growth end-markets including medical devices & life science, renewable energy, mobility, logistics & fulfillment, and heavy industry. Our Automation Solutions and Automation Technologies divisions work together to deliver Factory of the Future consulting and mission critical R&D pre-validation services that pave the way for a comprehensive suite of automation solutions where accuracy, efficiency, and precision are essential for success. With nine locations across North America and a global network of collaborative partners, Invio Automation’s geographic footprint provides customers with a presence in key markets where local service and support are valued.
    Invio Automation’s Solutions division specializes in single station robotic cells, multi-station fabrication & assembly lines, bonding & welding technologies, vision systems, and packaging process. Application capabilities within our Solutions division include thermal bonding, web handling, force plotting, heat staking, high viscosity pumps, precision dispensing, impulse bag sealing, and needle bending. Invio Automation’s Technologies division includes highly differentiated Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) for heavyweight applications, turnkey assembly lines, welding automation, and custom lift-assist & secure tools for safety critical applications.
    DESCRIPTION
    A Buyer is responsible for purchasing equipment, goods and services, and managing vendors. The successful candidate will be able to perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, manage critical lead times, and find more cost competitive suppliers. A Procurement Agent must be professional, proactive and positive when interacting with vendors. Our goal is to exceed expectations and ensure our customers receive an exceptional experience at Invio Automation.
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Execute purchasing strategies
    • Continuously support purchases as assigned with a focus of supporting internal customers by delivering the right parts, on-time, at optimal cost
    • work in collaboration with project teams to ensure cost and lead times meet project budget and milestone expectations
    • Ensure purchases are executed in a timely manner, vendor confirmation dates are kept up-to-date
    • Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
    • Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
    • Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
    • Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
    • Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
    • Assess, manage and mitigate risks
    • Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
    • Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
    • Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand
    • Expedite critical and/or late purchased components
    • Active participant in a continuous improvement environment
    • Partner with materials coordinator & shop foreman to identify opportunities for improvement
    Qualifications:
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive and positive, with internal and external customers and coworkers. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Other Skills and Abilities:
    • Familiarity with strategic sourcing and vendor management
    • Able to hold vendors accountable to meet pricing and delivery; i.e. not afraid of confrontation
    • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, and databases
    • Interest in market dynamics along with business sense
    • A knack for negotiation and networking
    • Ability to gather and analyze data and to work with figures
    • Solid judgment along with decision making skills
    • Strong leadership capabilities
    • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes
    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • Good verbal and written skills
    • Proven organizational skills

    EDUCATION
    A Bachelor’s Degree in business or accounting is preferred; minimum two-year degree is required.
    Minimum one to three years’ experience in automotive, renewable energy, agricultural or medical device/life sciences manufacturing.

    INVIO AUTOMATION’S CORE VALUES
    • We take pride in the reliability of our team and the difficult problems we solve for customers.
    • We deliver real customer value that positively impacts the lives of those around us.
    • We are dependable. Relationships and trust matter.
    • Our ingenuity and desire to improve lives will complement our suite of solutions.
    • We strive to demonstrate that our attention to detail does not start or end with the solutions we engineer and deliver.
    • We believe exceptional service is better demonstrated than said.
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  • MEI - Total Elevator Solutions
  • Mankato, MN FULL_TIME
  • About MEI MEI, a Minnesota based commercial elevator manufacturing and Service Company is looking for a Buyer to join our team. MEI is a thriving company with a fun team-oriented atmosphere. MEI cares...
  • 14 Days Ago
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  • Minnesota Elevator Inc
  • Mankato, MN FULL_TIME
  • About MEI MEI, a Minnesota based commercial elevator manufacturing and Service Company is looking for a Buyer to join our team. MEI is a thriving company with a fun team-oriented atmosphere. MEI cares...
  • 15 Days Ago
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  • Beacon Promotions Inc
  • New, MN FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionBeacon Promotions Inc is a rapidly growing, promotional products leader looking to hire the right Buyer to take charge and achieve perfect order.If you’re that person who thrives in being a...
  • 1 Day Ago
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  • Robert Half
  • Chaska, MN OTHER
  • A growing organization in the west metro is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Buyer. The ideal candidate will play a key role in our procurement process...
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  • Westmor Industries
  • Hugo, MN FULL_TIME
  • Company Description One of the fastest growing private companies in America today, Westmor Industries, designs, manufactures and supports storage, transport and dispensing solutions for petroleum, pro...
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0 Merchandise Buyer jobs found in Burnsville, MN area

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Retail Cosmetics Sales Counter Manager - Origins, Ridgedale - Full Time
  • Macys
  • Hopkins, MN
  • About: Macy's is proudly America's Department Store. There's a reason we've been around for 160 years. Customers come to...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Merchandise Director
  • ShopHQ
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • LOCATION: Eden Prairie, MN DEPARTMENT: General Merchandising REPORTS TO: Sr Director Merchandising DIRECT REPORTS: May i...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Retail Cosmetics Sales Counter Manager - MAC, Ridgedale - Full Time
  • Macys
  • Hopkins, MN
  • About: Macy's is proudly America's Department Store. There's a reason we've been around for 160 years. Customers come to...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Retail Cosmetics Sales Counter Manager - Kiehls, Rosedale Center - Full Time
  • Macys
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • About: Macy's is proudly America's Department Store. There's a reason we've been around for 160 years. Customers come to...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Retail Cosmetics Sales Counter Manager - Bobbi Brown, Rosedale Center - Full Time
  • Macys
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • About: Macy's is proudly America's Department Store. There's a reason we've been around for 160 years. Customers come to...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Retail Cosmetics Sales Counter Manager - Trend Beauty, Ridgedale - Full Time
  • Macys
  • Hopkins, MN
  • About: Macy's is proudly America's Department Store. There's a reason we've been around for 160 years. Customers come to...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Buyer - Christopher and Banks
  • ShopHQ
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • ** Buyer - Christopher and Banks** **Job Category****:** Merchandising **Requisition Number****:** SRBUY002028 Showing 1...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Retail Merchandising Specialist
  • BDS Connected Solutions, LLC.
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • At a Glance: $$$ Earn weekly pay at BDS! $$$ If you enjoy completing independent projects, are interested in collaborati...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Burnsville, Minnesota

Burnsville (/ˈbɜːrnzvɪl/) is a city 15 miles (24 km) south of downtown Minneapolis in Dakota County in the State of Minnesota. The city lies on the south bank of the Minnesota River, upstream from its confluence with the Mississippi River. Burnsville and nearby suburbs form the southern portion of Minneapolis–Saint Paul, the fifteenth largest metropolitan area in the United States, with about 3.6 million residents. According to the 2010 census, the population is 61,481. Burnsville has many attractions, including its regional mall, Burnsville Center. The city is also a recreational attraction w...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer jobs
$103,520 to $140,505
Burnsville, Minnesota area prices
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