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)
Job Summary:
The purpose of this job is to facilitate the procurement of services primarily in support of Client's (Transmission and Distribution), and Gas operating companies. Services to be supported in this role range from Environmental, Engineering, and Vegetation Management, to construction and maintenance. Contracts issues for these functions will be issued at the best evaluated total cost of ownership and assure quality and schedule compliance in accordance with stakeholders’ requirements. This position will lead efforts to optimize process efficiencies and consistency in the consolidation of procurement functions across the PPL operating companies in different jurisdiction into the desired combined company approach for systems and processes. In addition, this position will administer contracts and Purchase Orders, drive continuous improvement initiatives with internal stakeholders, and may help manage SOx compliance programs. This position also provides tactical administration for multiple supply chain processes and systems used to support the cost control and standardization efforts of the operational business line teams in Pennsylvania and Rhode Island This position requires collaboration with team members, stakeholders, suppliers, and is expected to take day-to-day supervision from supported Category Managers and a Supervisor.
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Providence, RI 02907