Merchandise Buyer jobs in Fort Smith, AR

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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Plant Buyer
  • Bekaert NV
  • Van, AR FULL_TIME
  • Be part of something bigger!


    As the world and the way people live is changing, at Bekaert we believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. Our ambition is to be the leading partner for shaping the way we live and move. And to always do this the Bekaert Way – safe, smart, and sustainable.

    With a heritage of more than 140 years, we continue to strengthen our core competencies that have made Bekaert a global market and technology leader in material science of steel wire transformation and coating technologies. Today, we also apply our expertise beyond steel to create new solutions with innovative materials and services for markets including new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

    As a dynamic and growing company with over 27,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 7 billion in combined revenue in 2022, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!


    Why join us?

    • Personal Growth – Let us help you unlock your full potential
    • Pioneering – Join us to challenge the impossible
    • Creativity - Discover possibilities beyond steel
    • Purpose – Drive progress for our planet and people
    • Diversity – Together, we create change

    About the role

    The Plant Buyer performs sourcing activities for our Van Buren, AR based operation. Responsible for identification and evaluation of North American opportunities within the category for reduction of spend, consolidation of process, function, and continuity of supply. Delivers continuous improvement in cost process and services within the category. Responsible for requests for information (RFI) or quote (RFQ). Generates recommendations based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) comparisons.

    This function is a hybrid role located out of our Van Buren, AR location and will report directly to the Procurement Category Director Americas.

    Your Impact as a Plant Buyer:

    • Relationship Management
    • Foster relationships with key suppliers, stakeholders, and internal customers.

    • Negotiation
    • Support category leader in all negotiations and preparation related to events and discussions.
    • Initiate and implement critical projects and actions that align with company goals and category targets in a timely manner

    • Risk Management
    • Perform supply chain risk analysis based on single/sole suppliers, COO, lifecycle, and category.
    • Ensure access to the best market intelligence tools to provide actionable insights across the regions.

    • Structural Adherence
    • Initiate and support the negotiation of agreements with key suppliers to ensure continuous supply. These are not limited to NDA’s, supplier agreement, stocking agreements, rebates, supplier code of conduct, and stocking agreements.
    • Support the administration of contracts and organize for these contracts the activation in collaboration with internal applicants, tactical buyers, and category managers.

    About You

    Essential skills & competencies

    • 3 plus years’ procurement experience or experience in a related function
    • 3 years category experience as either lead or support
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities from a variety of internal customers and locations
    • Proven analytical skills working with multiple data sets and providing fact-based solutions
    • Demonstrate superior negotiating skills for specific needs of the business
    • Deliver precise and detailed verbal and written communications across email, meetings, and stakeholder interactions
    • Preferred understanding and experience related to working in a matrix environment
    • Work independently, be self-motivated and results driven
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software products
    • Proficiency with SAP is preferred
    • Bachelor’s Degree required; preferred major is in a business related competency
    • Minimum travel, approx. 20%, to North America based locations

    Will you dare to take the next step?


    Join us to unlock your full potential AND have a true impact in pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

    We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

    At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


    To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Van, 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
  • Sam's Club
  • Mena, 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
  • Sam's Club
  • Clarksville, 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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General merchandise
  • Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
  • Greenwood, AR FULL_TIME
  • Location GREENWOOD, AR Career Area Walmart Store Jobs Job Function Walmart Store Jobs Employment Type Full & Part Time Position Type Hourly Requisition 121231984GM What you'll do at Do you enjoy helpi...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Merchandise Associate
  • TJX Companies
  • Fort Smith, AR PART_TIME
  • Style is never in short supply at our more than 1,000 TJ Maxx stores. They all have different products, but the same commitment to the thrill of the find. From designers straight off the runway to sta...
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Store Director #143 - Fort Smith, AR
  • Academy Sports + Outdoors
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and grow...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Retail Sales Representative-2
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • To learn more about Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Hiring Policies, please click here. Applicants must be eligible ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Associate
  • Flash Market
  • Van Buren, AR
  • About: Flash Market is your one-stop destination to refuel, refresh, and relax. From delicious food and cold drinks, to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Associate - Inventory
  • WIS Inventory Solutions
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • Job Posting: Retail Inventory Associate Starting Wage: $14.00-$16.00 Part Time: Paid hours depend on your availability a...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full & Part Time Retail Sales Associate
  • Kohls
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • Responsibilities Creates a friendly and welcoming environment by greeting and offering assistance to customers You are t...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier & Front End Services
  • Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • Location FORT SMITH, AR Career Area Walmart Store Jobs Job Function Walmart Store Jobs Employment Type Full & Part Time ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CASHIER
  • Goodwill Industries of Arkansas
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • Job Details Level Entry Job Location 5268 - Fort Smith 74th - Fort Smith, AR Position Type Part Time Salary Range $11.00...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacist PRN
  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • Description Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Fort Smith is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Best Re...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Fort Smith is the second-largest city in Arkansas and one of the two county seats of Sebastian County. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 86,209. With an estimated population of 88,037 in 2017, it is the principal city of the Fort Smith, Arkansas-Oklahoma Metropolitan Statistical Area, a region of 298,592 residents that encompasses the Arkansas counties of Crawford, Franklin, and Sebastian, and the Oklahoma counties of Le Flore and Sequoyah. Fort Smith has a sister city relationship with Cisterna, Italy, site of the World War II Battle of Cisterna, fought by United States Army Rangers c...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer jobs
$85,037 to $115,437
Fort Smith, Arkansas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago