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International Staffing ConsultantsChicago, IL, US
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Location : On-site Northern Chicago, IL

Salary : $70,000$80,000

This full-time role requires a committed Buyer to work on-site five days a week in Illinois. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to enhance our Merchandising team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing purchasing operations across various product categories, including apparel, displays, and barware, specifically for the wine and spirits sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee purchasing activities in line with a bi-annual forecasting and distribution schedule.
  • Keep inventory reports current and analyze levels, pricing, and inbound stock status regularly.
  • Provide recommendations on product assortment based on sales feedback and stock movement.
  • Source and manage communications with both domestic and international suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and adherence to production standards.
  • Ensure alignment between the internal item catalogue, ERP system, and warehouse records.

Qualifications

  • 35 years of experience in a buying or planning-related role.
  • Strong supplier negotiation skills and experience managing vendor relationships domestically and internationally (experience sourcing consumer goods via Asia is a plus).
  • Proficiency in inventory and purchase order management, with a preference for experience using ERP systems like NetSuite.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, procurement, or a related field.
  • Experience in the consumer goods sector is advantageous but not required.
  • Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401k plan.
  • Merit-based salary increases.
  • Annual company and performance-based bonuses of approximately 10-20%.
  • A fun and employee-focused work environment.
  • Interview Process

  • Interview with Director of Merchandising via TEAMs call.
  • Complete a DISC assessment.
  • Onsite meeting with HR Manager and one of the Owners.
  • If you are ready to take the lead in the buying process within a quality-driven and global business environment, we are eager to hear from you.

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