Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Elkhart, IN

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. 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, Sr. researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. Functions as a decision maker with orders of a larger and more complex scope. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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BUYER
  • Nishikawa Cooper LLC
  • Topeka, IN FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary: 

    Develop supply base, negotiate pricing, term, and agreements for materials utilized (in the production of NISCO products) (in support of NISCO business operations). Optimizes the overall cost of materials.  Implement supply chain strategies and ensure execution of company pricing and terms & conditions agreements. 

     

    Primary Responsibilities: 

    • Execute and sustain commodity strategies and work cross functionally with Manufacturing, Sales and Engineering.  

    • Understand and investigate key market dynamics and commodity trends including raw materials to validate cost competitiveness.  

    • Select and qualify vendors to include negotiating vendor agreements and contracts. 

    • Support the new program prototype build and launches. Coordinate new component part and material development with engineers and suppliers. 

    • Coordinate import shipments and documentation such as country of origin and customs documents. 

    • Liaison between manufacturing and the supplier base regarding quality, delivery concerns and returns including VRMA cost recovery.  

    • Identify and implement lean NCR21 saving projects through supply chain and operations involvement; lead cross functional teams as necessary to realize lean savings. 

    • Manage supply base with respect to their ability to provide products and services in accordance with the organization’s business requirements, cost parameters, terms and agreements. 

    • Develop and sustain relationships with key internal and external customers. 

    • Act as a mentor for colleagues; lead projects as defined by leadership. 

    • Approve and administer appropriate purchase orders. Sign off and DSP’s (Coordinate quotations and costing with other buyers). 

    • Support the resolution of critical supply chain issues and maintain supplier relationships. 

    • Maintain commercial documents as needed. 

    • Supports Environmental requirements such as SOC and TSCA. 

    Education and Qualifications: 

    • 5 years relevant experience in an Automotive environment 

    • Demonstrated negotiating experience with Automotive suppliers 

    • Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain/Purchasing or related field. 

    • CPM or CPIM Certification preferred.  

    • Computer skills utilizing Microsoft office tools.  

    • Experience with ERP system such as IQMS, SAP, etc. 

    • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems. 

    • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence others. 

    • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 

    • Experience leading diverse or cross-functional teams/projects (preferred). 

    • Manufacturing or technical knowledge (preferred). 

  • 5 Days Ago

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Buyer
  • Twin City Staffing
  • Goshen, IN FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionBuyer needed for a large Co-Op in Goshen, IN.Hours: 6am-4pm Pay rate: $22.00 Hourly Job DescriptionDescription of the Buyer:Acquire materials, supplies, and services and place purch...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Buyer/Planner
  • Safe Fleet
  • Elkhart, IN FULL_TIME
  • SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The buyer/planner procures, releases, plans, controls and issues, the necessary orders, schedules and requirements necessary to supply and support the manufacturing activit...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Osceola, IN 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...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Syracuse, IN 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...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • La Grange, IN 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...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Cashier
  • Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc.
  • Elkhart, IN
  • You will be responsible for greeting customers, taking food and beverage orders, up- selling and getting information to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Sales Consultant
  • American Telephone and Telegraph Company
  • Elkhart, IN
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Custodian
  • Love
  • Elkhart, IN
  • ** Retail Custodian** Location: Elkhart, IN, US, 46528 **Req ID:** 267044 **Store Maintenance Technician** Maintenance T...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Parts Representative
  • Grand Design RV
  • Elkhart, IN
  • Want to feel appreciated and respected? If so, please read on! Come join the Grand Design RV Team , based in Middlebury,...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Automotive Sales Associate
  • Heart City Toyota
  • Elkhart, IN
  • **At Heart City Toyota we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and w...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise and Stocking Assistant
  • Sams Club
  • Elkhart, IN
  • Responsibilities From every day needs to special occasions, members need you, as their mini tour guide, to take them tha...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandiser - Elkhart, IN
  • Specialty Building Products, LLC
  • Elkhart, IN
  • * Benefits will include Medical, Dental, Vision on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment * Company-Paid L...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pre-Owned Automotive Sales Consultant
  • Careerbuilder
  • Elkhart, IN
  • $100K+ earnings potential! New to this industry??? WE WILL TRAIN YOU! *sign on bonus may apply* Are you currently in the...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Elkhart /ˈɛlkɑːrt/ is a city in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States. The city is located 15 miles (24 km) east of South Bend, Indiana, 110 miles (180 km) east of Chicago, Illinois, and 150 miles (240 km) north of Indianapolis, Indiana. Elkhart has the larger population of the two principal cities of the Elkhart-Goshen Metropolitan Statistical Area, which in turn is part of the South Bend-Elkhart-Mishawaka Combined Statistical Area, in a region commonly known as Michiana. The population was 50,949 at the 2010 census. Despite the shared name, it is not the county seat of Elkhart County; that ...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
$128,580 to $179,837
Elkhart, Indiana area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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