Merchandise Buyer jobs in Meridian, MS

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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Operational Buyer
  • 4231 Airbus Helicopters, Inc.
  • Columbus, MS FULL_TIME
  • Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at USCareers@airbus.com Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English) Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación (Spanish) Job Description: Job Summary: Analyze, plan, forecast, implement, and accelerate materials planning and scheduling which reflects validated requirements for raw material, purchased parts, and equipment to support the demands of the FAL, NHC, CLS, Spares, MRO and issue and follow-up purchase orders, schedule the needed delivery dates and solve problems occurring along the delivery chain until material is received and available in stock on time. Primary Responsibilities: Purchase Orders (PO) and Status Management:  50% On time issuing of PO´s and transfer to suppliers. Check and solving of problems coming up during the order/delivery process. Check acknowledgements and signed purchase orders and put the data in SAP. Document all SBA (Small Business Administration) documents into SAP Supervision of delivery dates and performs essential changes. Supervision of flow of documents related to PO. Changing and cancellation of existing PO´s if necessary. Documentation of changes and status in SAP. Front line contact for contract issues Responsible for daily contacts with vendor issues to resolve problems, expedite parts and assure timely deliveries. Build supplier and internal customer rapport; adapt a clear, simple and efficient mode of both directions closed loop communication internally and externally. Create collaborative action plan and present a status on action closure along with progress on previous customer concerns and resolutions. Handle the internal customer issues, concerns and complaints. Remain informed of the customer issues, follow the action plans to closure, and be able to discuss with the customer ensuring on-time delivery, on-quality and 100% customer satisfaction Request material returns authorization (RTV), prepare and submit RTV order, track credit notes and or receipt of “proforma” material. Responsible for the identification of shipset material set up. Review EC and/or ECD shipset back-orders. Follow up with warranty items for shipset materials Read, understand, and initiate appropriate action related to technical service bulletins and service letters. Confer with representatives of various departments within the company, to validate requirements, specifications, quantities and delivery schedules. Point of contact to suppliers, forecasting, exchange of information. Reporting of missing parts towards internal customers. Analysis of OTD (on time delivery), quality, stock level and forecasts. Clarifying of upcoming problems in goods entry. Permanent optimization of stock level and turn. Responsible for SBA documentation collection Recommend and implement approved policies, procedures, and controls which assure coordination of Material department operations with those of other departments are translated into proper material action for the efficient planning and procurement of spare parts. Responsible for updating and reviewing department work instructions annually. Participate as member of Material Review Board. Material Requirement Planning (MRP):  40% Process and handle data in SAP, purchase orders (PO), acknowledgments, missing parts lists etc. Check permanently and optimize MRP settings in SAP (safety stock, MRP type, delivery time). Handle interface to internal customer, communicate and exchange information with production, purchasing dept. and QA. Define delivery dates and quantities in accordance with the demands. Customize and adapt open orders against production demands and perform necessary adjustment. Analyze, plan, schedule, and initiate procurement actions for the inventory of parts. Analyze inventory levels and related factors to manage inventory turn rates. Establish inventory stock levels consistent with usage rates, schedule changes, material substitution, shelf life, type, and cost of parts. Make recommendations regarding the identification and disposition of surplus and obsolete material. Supervise and optimize stock level and set stock turn targets. Act as Point of Contact for Area of Responsibility:  10% Participate in all production meetings (daily, weekly) responsible for reporting all material issues daily. Act as the liaison to Head of Procurement Operations and/or Procurement Manager for any issues or upcoming tasks. Assess Capacity analysis, Rate Readiness Studies and Capital investment information when provided by suppliers. Provide high level feedback to management including risk assessments, recovery plans by supplier and recommended mitigations Create and track reporting and analysis. Track and assist in closing quality notes to allow continual movement of parts to support customers Train and coordinate training for the team members. Take part in staffing and evaluation where applicable. Represent the team in meetings. Recommend ongoing optimization of processes. Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned:       Qualified Experience and Training: Education: Required Associates Degree in Business or equivalent related experience Preferred None Experience: Required Minimum 5 years in Supply Chain, Project Management, Customer Service, Planning, Inventory Management Minimum 3 years in Aviation or manufacturing Preferred None Licensure/Certifications: Required N/A Preferred N/A Travel Required:  5% Domestic and International Citizenship: US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license) Clearance: None Qualified Skills: Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities: Required SAP and MRP Supply Chain Management, Strong Data Analysis, Business Sense, Logistics Time Management and multi-tasking Ability to understand customer needs and follow through with closed loop communication and action plans to meet customer requirements Ability to understand forecasting structure and collaborate with suppliers on future requirements Ability to meet critical customer due dates and provide high level status to management Requires the knowledge and ability to prepare reports and maintain records. A broad and thorough understanding of materials use and allocation techniques, distributive processes, and customer support techniques would be preferred. Read, understand, and initiate appropriate action related to technical service bulletins and service letters. Confer with representatives of various departments within the company, to validate requirements, specifications, quantities and delivery schedules Problem solving ability Preferred None Communication Skills: Required: Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English Preferred: None Technical Systems Proficiency: Required: Strong MS Excel skills Strong MS PowerPoint skills Strong MS Word skills Strong Outlook skills Strong SAP, MRP System Preferred: None Complexity of the Role: Level of Decision Making: Works independently with little supervision making decisions based on purchase requisitions and placement of purchase orders with suppliers for 300M spend. Identifies risk with suppliers and put necessary mitigations in place to minimize or eliminate to maintain on time, on cost and on time delivery of parts to support all businesses. Organizational advocate with suppliers to support needs of Airbus for Military and Commercial business lines. Analyzes and documents business results and processes which require analytical thinking and problem solving. Organizational information: Operational Buyer will report to Head of Procurement Operations Direct Reports: Is this a people manager? # of Exempt Reports:  0     # of Non-exempt Reports:  0     Job Dimensions: Establish and maintain high level effective communication with the supplier and internal customer. High level performance to departmental metrics Has indirect P&L responsibility which contributes to the success of all business line revenue for AHI. Responsible for providing robust status updates to the business lines and managing mitigation plans to support schedule. Maintaining schedule will allow us to meet our Top Company Objectives along with provide the highest level of customer satisfaction. Collaborate with necessary internal department that support 400 military aircraft, Maintenance and Repair, Dynamic Components, Spares, Final Assembly Lines or New Helicopter Completion Center. Nature of Contacts: Involved Communication on a daily with internal and external parties Physical Requirements: Onsite or remote: 95% Onsite daily Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Daily Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Daily Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Daily Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. Daily Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs/5kgs. Daily Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs/5kgs. Daily Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Occasionally Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. Daily Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. Weekly Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Occasionally Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Daily Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Helicopters, Inc. Employment Type: US - Direct Hire Experience Level: Professional Remote Type: On-site Job Family: Sourcing, Buying and Ordering ------ Job Posting End Date: 04.08.2024 ------ Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.
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Buyer/Planner
  • Fairbanks Scales
  • Meridian, MS FULL_TIME
  • Summary Procures materials and coordinates purchasing activities for products and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and advertising. Performs limited shop planning ac...
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Buyer/Senior Buyer/Procurement Professional
  • Stark Aerospace
  • Columbus, MS FULL_TIME
  • Duties/Responsibilities: Select suppliers that provide the highest quality products with a history of on-time delivery and cost savings benefits. Negotiate best price and delivery on each item with th...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Merchandise Coor
  • TJX Companies
  • Meridian, MS FULL_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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Merchandise Associate
  • TJX Companies
  • Meridian, MS PART_TIME
  • At Homesense, we’re helping people let their personality shine in their home. We’re out to bring high-quality and unique pieces to stores throughout the country. Like our stores, our work environment ...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Merchandise associate
  • TJX Companies, Inc.
  • Tupelo, MS FULL_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 Sales Associate
  • Citi Trends, Inc.
  • Meridian, MS
  • Citi Trends is looking for a dedicated Store Sales Associate to join our team at one of the largest chains in the value-...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Sales Associate>
  • Ollie's Bargain Outlet
  • Meridian, MS
  • Ollie's Bargain Outlet - 1175 Bonita Lakes Cir [Sales Associate / Team Member] As a Sales Associate at Ollie's Bargain O...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier>
  • Pilot Flying J
  • Meridian, MS
  • Pilot Flying J - 1555 TOMMY WEBB DRIVE [Retail Cashier / Team Member] As a Cashier at Pilot Flying J, you'll: Provide cu...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Sales Associate>
  • Citi Trends
  • Meridian, MS
  • Citi Trends - 0240 Citi Trends [Sales Associate / Team Member] As a Store Sales Associate at Citi Trends, you'll: Provid...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier (Full/Part Time)
  • BJs
  • Meridian, MS
  • Responsibilities Processes Member purchases in a courteous and friendly manner, including verifying, renewing, upgrading...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Shift Manager
  • Pilot Company
  • Meridian, MS
  • Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members an...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacist-PRN Weekdays
  • Ochsner Health
  • Meridian, MS
  • We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacist I
  • Anderson Regional Health System
  • Meridian, MS
  • JOB SUMMARY Provides pharmaceutical care through the delivery of distributive pharmaceutical services and monitoring of ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Meridian is the sixth largest city in the state of Mississippi, United States. It is the county seat of Lauderdale County and the principal city of the Meridian, Mississippi Micropolitan Statistical Area. Along major highways, the city is 93 mi (150 km) east of Jackson, Mississippi; 154 mi (248 km) southwest of Birmingham, Alabama; 202 mi (325 km) northeast of New Orleans, Louisiana; and 231 mi (372 km) southeast of Memphis, Tennessee. Established in 1860, at the junction of the Mobile and Ohio Railroad and Southern Railway of Mississippi, Meridian built an economy based on the railways and go...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer jobs
$86,293 to $117,142
Meridian, Mississippi area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago