Senior Buyer

• Develop a compelling assortment strategy from the ground up for Beauty & Wellness
• Identify core brands and products aligned with the Nuuly customer's lifestyle
• Drive brand heat, customer retention, and engagement
• Own the OTB (Open-to-Buy) for the Beauty & Wellness category
• Deliver sales volume, margin, and UPT (Units Per Transaction) targets
• Analyze conversion, velocity, and profitability metrics and respond to current trends
• Lead direct vendor negotiations, margin agreements, and operational onboarding for new brands
• Extend existing vendor partnerships into the Nuuly ecosystem
• Partner with current apparel brands to secure beauty, wellness, and lifestyle extensions
• Collaborate with the RADS (Reporting, Analytics, Data Science) team to define and build foundational reporting dashboards
• Synthesize data and report business performance, financial metrics, and strategic insights to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Serve as the link between Buying, Planning, Digital Merchandising & Operations, Marketing, Brand Creative, and Tech teams
• Ensure beauty and wellness product requirements, including ingredients, shade mapping, and compliance, are supported
• Represent Nuuly to the Beauty & Wellness vendor community and internal brand partners
• Communicate concepts, delivery updates, and trend information across internal business functions
• Shop domestic and international markets and track industry trends
• Translate seasonal beauty trends into actionable, curated concepts
• Establish the organizational philosophy and operational framework for category buying
• Partner with the Head of Product to forecast departmental budgets, define resource needs, and scale the buying team

Senior Buyer building Nuuly’s Beauty & Wellness assortment for fashion rental company URBN

Senior Buyer – Beauty

Senior Buyer building Nuuly’s Beauty & Wellness assortment for URBN’s fashion rental platform. Owning category strategy, OTB, vendor negotiations, analytics, and team scaling.

• Execute procurement activities for high-value, technically complex components and assemblies in accordance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and company policy
• Analyze MRP/ERP demand and issue RFQs, RFPs, and POs to qualified suppliers
• Evaluate supplier quotes for technical compliance, cost, and delivery
• Perform cost/price analysis and support fact-finding and negotiation efforts
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships for strategic sourcing initiatives
• Manage supplier delivery, quality, and responsiveness; initiate corrective actions
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, program management, contracts, and legal teams
• Support supplier risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and improvement plans
• Assist with purchasing audits and compliance reviews
• Lead or contribute to process improvement initiatives
• Enter procurement data accurately and timely into ERP systems
• Maintain records according to internal procedures and government regulations

Senior Buyer procuring aerospace-defense components for Leonardo DRS

Senior Buyer procuring complex components and services for Leonardo DRS aerospace and defense programs.
Managing suppliers, negotiations, compliance, delivery, quality, and ERP procurement data.

• Oversee the planning, execution, follow up and communication for onboarding initiatives.
• Delegate tasks to buyers and/or coordinators and follows up to ensure deadlines are met
• Manage contracts, provide reporting and support the initiatives of the team.
• Work with the Strategic Sourcing Manager to develop a network of preferred service providers
• Manage, execute and communicate standardized processes and procedures to the team and the company.
• Work with the Senior Director, Procurement to identify and implement process efficiencies
• Assist in employee development focusing on both training for their current job and developing skills for future roles and responsibilities
• Participate in sourcing activities when required to ensure deadlines and goals are achieved

Senior Buyer coordinating procurement initiatives for EMCOR Facilities Services

Senior Buyer coordinating procurement initiatives for EMCOR Facilities Services. Responsible for managing vendor onboarding, contracts, and process efficiencies within the procurement team.

• Build and manage a global network of suppliers including universities, libraries, wholesalers, distributors, used-book marketplaces, and academic publishers
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to source large volumes of academic books across multiple countries efficiently and cost-effectively
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new sourcing partners — negotiating pricing, terms, volume commitments, and exclusivity agreements
• Monitor market trends in academic publishing, used-book pricing, and library acquisitions to stay ahead of supply opportunities
• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the academic ecosystem — university bookstores, library systems, remainder dealers, and secondary market platforms
• Oversee end-to-end international logistics including freight forwarding, customs clearance, import/export compliance, and last-mile delivery
• Manage relationships with freight carriers, customs brokers, and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) across multiple geographies
• Design and optimize warehousing and fulfillment operations to handle large-scale book inventory across multiple locations
• Ensure timely, cost-efficient movement of inventory while maintaining quality standards and minimizing damage or loss
• Build contingency and risk mitigation plans for supply chain disruptions, customs delays, and carrier issues
• Implement and oversee inventory management systems that track stock levels, ISBN data, condition grading, and valuation across the entire catalog
• Ensure accurate cataloging and metadata management — ISBN, title, edition, publisher, condition — for all acquired inventory
• Develop quality control processes for grading and processing incoming used book inventory
• Optimize inventory turnover, reduce dead stock, and ensure fulfillment accuracy
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements with suppliers, logistics providers, and distribution partners
• Build long-term strategic sourcing partnerships that provide reliable, scalable supply at competitive pricing
• Develop performance metrics and scorecards for vendor management and ongoing evaluation
• Identify opportunities to expand sourcing into new markets, geographies, and academic categories.

Innodata seeks a Senior Book Buyer to manage academic book procurement and logistics.

Senior Book Buyer

Innodata seeks a Senior Book Buyer to build a global sourcing and distribution operation for academic books. Managing procurement, logistics, and inventory with a focus on efficiency and quality.

• Own and drive complete material sourcing timelines and supplier relationships for assigned commodities
• Serve as primary procurement contact and SME for material quoting, interfacing with leadership, Project Proposal Managers, Program Managers, Engineering, and Finance
• Coordinate RFQ process: organize technical data, issue RFQs via quoting software, secure pricing/lead times, evaluate supplier proposals
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, terms, lead times, and delivery commitments using strategic sourcing principles
• Organize and maintain commodity pricing tables, manufacturer data, and supplier records in quoting software
• Review customer drawings and specs to determine quote scope, cost, and lead time requirements
• Create and deliver finalized material pricing reports and costed BOMs to Project Proposal Managers, Finance, and Program Management
• Proactively identify supply chain risks, commodity trends, and supplier performance issues
• Collaborate with Operations, Planning, Quality, and Finance on accurate data, sourcing strategy alignment, and continuous improvement
• Maintain comprehensive material and supplier records for Win/Loss/Re-Quote analysis; conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking
• Validate FAR/DFARS compliance where applicable
• Identify systemic issues and recommend process improvements

Senior Corporate Buyer IV managing material sourcing and procurement strategies

Senior Corporate Buyer

Senior Corporate Buyer IV managing material sourcing and procurement strategies for Spartronics. Collaborating with leadership and teams for competitive quoting across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Develop seasonal and event-specific co-branded merchandise assortments across apparel, headwear, accessories and novelty.
• Manage product development, purchasing, pricing, and inventory across multiple venues, ecommerce, and special events.
• Identify emerging trends, new brands, and product opportunities to continually evolve the merchandise offering.
• Own the day-to-day administration and optimization of the Shopify storefront.
• Build and maintain product listings, collections, promotions, landing pages, and site content.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Retail Operations to support product launches, promotional campaigns, and seasonal initiatives.
• Analyze sales performance, inventory levels, sell-through, margin, and customer demand to optimize buying decisions.
• Monitor inventory health and recommend replenishment, transfers, markdowns, and exit strategies to maximize profitability.
• Support new venue openings, retail initiatives, and special merchandising projects as the business continues to expand.

Senior Retail Buyer managing merchandise assortments at Unrivaled Sports

Senior Retail Buyer

Senior Retail Buyer responsible for merchandise assortments and retail strategy at Unrivaled Sports. Collaborating across teams to optimize inventory and product offerings for youth sports.

• Lead procurement activities for assigned product categories across US LBM divisions and regions, ensuring alignment with category strategies and business objectives.
• Negotiate complex pricing agreements, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers and vendors to secure cost-effective purchasing and reliable product availability.
• Monitor inventory performance at a regional level, partnering with location leaders to optimize stock levels, minimize risk of stockouts/overstocking, and improve working capital.
• Collaborate with location leaders and fulfillment managers to resolve escalated inventory-related issues, including invoice discrepancies, delivery variances, and product costing accuracy.
• Manage supplier relationships by addressing escalations such as incorrect materials or delivery issues, and driving timely resolution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for divisions/markets on higher-level procurement matters, including inventory strategy, shipping coordination, and inbound inventory tracking.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Buyers or junior procurement staff, supporting consistent application of procurement practices and standards.

US LBM Senior Fulfillment Buyer leading procurement and supplier management in the building materials industry

Senior Fulfillment Buyer

Senior Fulfillment Buyer at US LBM responsible for procurement operations and supplier relationship management in the building materials sector. Leading strategies to optimize fulfillment and inventory management.

• Responsible for carrying out assignments involving Master Production Schedule (MPS) and purchase of supplies and raw materials.
• Coordinates the efficient movement of materials with receiving, warehouse, production, and engineering.
• Evaluates vendor reliability and coordinates MRP strategic initiative.
• Procure supplies, materials, and equipment necessary for the operation of the organization.
• Monitor and assure delivery and inventory performance objectives are met or exceeded.
• Review requisitions, contact vendors, and examine quotes for accuracy.
• Expedite items/supplies as necessary to meet company demands.
• Interface with receiving, warehouse, production, engineering, shipping, and accounting to resolve any supply, quality, or logistic problems associated with purchase items.
• Utilize MRP system to minimize manual planning requirements and leverage current system capabilities.
• Resolve supplier problems associated with over shipments, shortages, discrepancies, or obsolete materials and scrap.
• Monitor approval status of purchase orders and regularly report part shortages to affected persons.
• Assist in the regular review of the supplier base for delivery performance, quality performance, and cost reduction performance.
• Attend and complete all required training and certification exams.
• Maintain adequate knowledge of products supported in order to better support end users.

Senior Buyer/Planner managing purchases and supply materials at Samsung HME America.

Senior Buyer/Planner

Senior Buyer/Planner managing supply purchases and materials for Samsung's medical imaging organization. Collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency in Danvers, MA.

• Developing bid packages.
• Submitting Request for Quote (RFQ).
• Evaluating commercial proposals.
• Awarding purchase orders.
• Expediting of vendor data and equipment in support of various projects.
• Mentoring less experienced Procurement Teammates.

Developing procurement plans and managing project procurement for industrial projects

Senior Project Buyer

Responsible for developing bid packages, evaluating proposals, and managing purchase orders. Support heavy industrial projects including chemical, refining, and manufacturing.

• responsible for procuring goods, materials, components, and services necessary for production and operations
• ensuring optimal cost, quality, and delivery
• involves strategic sourcing
• supplier management
• fostering strong internal and external relationships

Senior Buyer responsible for procurement at Jabil

Senior Buyer at Jabil responsible for procurement of goods and services. Focus on strategic sourcing and supplier management in production operations.

• Support the creation of market analyses and implement category strategies
• Define, cross-divisionally or -functionally align, and implement profitable purchasing strategies and effective negotiation tactics in the assigned area
• Monitor the supply market continuously and manage and optimize the supplier portfolio to ensure quality, cost efficiency, on-time-delivery, sustainability and compliance with terms of contracts as well as legal regulations
• Negotiate prices and conditions in the context of SMA and manage contracts with suppliers
• Coordinate and steer assigned category including purchase price planning and define saving projects
• Understand and comply with all group directives
• Expertise and guidance to the plant buyer / plant management for the category
• Perform any other duties as assigned
• Support travel within region with regional and global colleagues

Buyer managing category strategies and supplier negotiations for Schaeffler

Senior Buyer, Category Management

Buyer managing category strategies and implementing purchasing strategies at Schaeffler. Responsibilities include supplier negotiations, market analyses, and budget oversight.

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