We are a consumer goods business in the e-commerce space, looking for a Purchasing Associate to join our procurement team. Our ideal candidate is motivated, data-driven, and analytical. You will primarily be responsible for working on projecting order quantities and negotiating purchase orders with our overseas suppliers.
Responsibilities
- Utilize existing sales data to determine order quantities by factoring trend and seasonality for a wide range of products
- Negotiate pricing with our overseas suppliers.
- Communicate with vendors, agents, warehouse managers, etc. in order to
achieve a smooth operation
- Work on procurement related projects to better manage our inventory.
- Source our existing product line with alternate suppliers to get better pricing and increase our supply chain resiliency. .
The overall goal of the procurement team is to be in stock on all products at the best possible price.
Qualifications
- Growth oriented and looking to take on new challenges
- Computer and data entry savvy with a working knowledge of Excel and Google Sheets
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Salary commensurate with experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Ability to Commute:
- Brooklyn, NY 11236 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Brooklyn, NY 11236: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person