Buyer I

Aston Carter • Lowell, MA

4d • $27 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer I will assist the Buying Team in expanding the selection by setting up new vendors and items, maintaining the product catalog, and managing pricing. This role involves new product launch coordination, maintaining product cost, retail price, content and images, vendor relations, and assisting with special projects. Additionally, the role supports and trains as a backup to the Control Buyer.

Requirements

• Highly organized and self-motivated.
• Detail oriented with strong computer skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of data management and databases.
• Ability to work in a demanding, teamwork-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 1+ years of experience in a high volume, global procurement and operations manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing and executing procurement needs for new product introduction programs.
• Experience with ERP Systems, preferably Oracle EBS.
• Basic SQL knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in expanding selection by setting up new vendors and items.
• Maintain product catalog and manage pricing.
• Coordinate new product launches.
• Maintain product costs, retail prices, content, and images.
• Manage vendor relations.
• Assist with special projects.
• Support and train as a backup to the Control Buyer.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees