Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Michigan

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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Sr. Buyer
  • Yazaki Corporation
  • Canton, MI FULL_TIME
  • Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

    Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

    Location: Canton, MI, USA

    What We Are Looking For

    Yazaki is looking for a Sr. Buyer to join our Purchasing team in Canton, MI. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization. This position is hybrid.

    What You Will Be Doing

    • Lead set cost reduction objectives, develop cost reduction strategies, negotiate the Yazaki Purchase Terms and Conditions, and manage performance according to QCDE (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Environmental) with all suppliers.
    • Support Advanced Purchasing with cost reduction strategies, manage sourcing of new and existing suppliers, and select alternates to ensure continuity, consistency, quality, and competitive pricing.
    • As the first point of contact and liaison with the supply base, conduct Executive Supplier reviews with key suppliers to improve overall performance, and champion the SCR (Supplier Change Request) while ensuring SCRs are closed out in a timely manner.
    • Conduct market tests, renegotiate cost control to maintain competitiveness, identify savings opportunities and work with each Regional Commodity Team on cross regional projects, while supporting global cost improvement initiatives.
    • Process e-RFQ’s thru GPDB (Global Purchasing Data Base) system, while maintaining price contracts, issue tooling POs, and obtain photos from suppliers to support BU payment.
    • Ensure compliance with all documentation, and data integrity with cost reduction road map.
    • Manage Supply Chain optimization through price harmonization, localization, and logistics routes.

    What You Will Bring To The Table

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
    • 3 to 7 years of previous automotive purchasing experience
    • 5 years of previous experience with blueprints and schematics, preferred
    • Travel: 5-10% local, regional, national, and international
    • Ability to resolve issues by applying creative thinking
    • Ability to think and act logically under pressure
    • Ability to resolve issues or propose resolutions to responsible parties
    • Must work independently and collaboratively
    • Key Competencies: active learning, analytical thinking and problem solving, customer orientation, results orientation and execution, initiative and teamwork

    What We Can Provide You

    • A safe collaborative learning work environment that stimulates creativity and exploration
    • Diverse teams of experts
    • Resources from around the globe
    • Supportive leadership and team members to help you do your best work
    • Opportunities for professional growth
    • Competitive compensation and benefits package including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance and a generous holiday schedule
    • A hybrid work schedule

    Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.
  • 7 Days Ago

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SR Buyer
  • Sonny's Enterprises LLC
  • Auburn, MI OTHER
  • Overview The Senior Buyer will research and purchase products to meet the material needs of our organization. They are responsible for finding suppliers, arranging the distribution to several retail o...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Sr. Buyer
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation Parker Aerospace Group
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Sr. Buyer Location: KALAMAZOO, MI, United States Job Family : Procurement Job Type : Regular Posted : May 9, 2024 Job ID: 48131 Job Description The Buyer is responsible for commodities or assignments ...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Sr. Buyer
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Sr. Buyer Location: KALAMAZOO, MI, United States Job Family : Procurement Job Type : Regular Posted : May 9, 2024 Job ID: 48131 Job Description The Buyer is responsible for commodities or assignments ...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Sr. Buyer -- Remote | WFH
  • Get It Recruit - Transportation
  • Ann Arbor, MI FULL_TIME
  • Are you ready to take your procurement skills to the next level? We're seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Senior Buyer in beautiful Ann Arbor, MI!About UsWe are a leading manufacturer ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Store Associate
  • Morningside Pallet Merchandise
  • Hart, MI PART_TIME
  • Morningside is a family owned retail store with a inclusive atmosphere. We pride ourselves in being flexible to our associates needs while being within the business needs. Duties: - Engage with custom...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Merchandise Buyer - Consumer Products
  • Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • ***Le poste tant situ aux tats-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.*** ***As this positio...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Merchandise, Games & Extra Charge
  • Knott's Berry Farm
  • Buena Park, CA
  • Overview: Accountable for the overall operational success of the Merchandise Division, which consists of the Retail, Gam...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandiser
  • ClubCorp
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Merchandiser in Charlotte, NC at TPC Piper Glen **Location:** **Job Description** Merchandiser/Buyer Promote the game of...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Buyer
  • Lids
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • About Our Company Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-or...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RTW Merchandise Buyer
  • PISTOLA Denim
  • REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Merchandising OBJECTIVE: This role’s main function is to manage the RTW merchandising and...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Buyer
  • Ernest
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • For over 78 years, Ernest has been committed to the success of our extended family, our customers, our employees, and th...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Jr Buyer & Merchandiser
  • REVOLVE
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation ...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Buyer
  • Ernest
  • Portland, OR
  • For over 78 years, Ernest has been committed to the success of our extended family, our customers, our employees, and th...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

Michigan consists of two peninsulas that lie between 82°30' to about 90°30' west longitude, and are separated by the Straits of Mackinac. The 45th parallel north runs through the state—marked by highway signs and the Polar-Equator Trail—along a line including Mission Point Light near Traverse City, the towns of Gaylord and Alpena in the Lower Peninsula and Menominee in the Upper Peninsula. With the exception of two small areas that are drained by the Mississippi River by way of the Wisconsin River in the Upper Peninsula and by way of the Kankakee-Illinois River in the Lower Peninsula, Michigan...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
$134,645 to $188,293

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Milwaukee, WI
Buyers and merchandisers strive to put together a range that offers the best possible choice to the consumer whilst maximising retail sales and profits.
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Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Olympia, WA
Buyers and purchasing agents buy farm products, durable and nondurable goods, and services for organizations and institutions.
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Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Phoenix, AZ
Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield.
December 31, 2019