Buyer

Cartamundi East Longmeadow LLC•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Join the global leader in the fast-growing playing cards and board games industry. Cartamundi’s purpose is “Sharing the Magic of Playing together”. A powerful purpose that drives social and interactive customer experiences with a human touch both online and in the physical world. Cartamundi is responsible for sales and distribution of its own American household Playing Card and Games brands like BICYCLE®, BEE®, KEM®, ARISTOCRAT® and HOYLE®. Internationally, Cartamundi owns many other leading brands such as Fournier®, Shuffle®, COPAG®, Grimaud®, Color Addict® to name few. Next to our own brands, we are the manufacturer of excellence for our customer’s nostalgic card and boardgames and collectable cards such as Monopoly®, Pokémon®, UNO®, Disney, Harry Potter and Magic the Gathering®. Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive Buyer to join our procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing purchasing activities, identifying reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and materials to support our operational needs. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, an understanding of supply chain logistics, and a commitment to maintaining optimal inventory levels while driving cost efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
2–5 years of proven experience as a Buyer, Purchasing Agent, or Procurement Specialist, ideally within a manufacturing or corporate environment.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced competency in Microsoft Excel.
Outstanding negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills; strong problem-solving abilities and a high aptitude for numbers.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, or APICS (CPIM/CSCP) are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Execute and manage purchase orders (POs) for raw materials, components, and services in alignment with company policies and production schedules.
Research, evaluate, and onboard new vendors; maintain strong, collaborative relationships with existing suppliers to ensure consistent quality and performance.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts to achieve the best total cost of ownership without compromising quality.
Monitor inventory levels closely to anticipate supply shortages or surpluses, ensuring seamless business continuity.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, track order statuses, resolve billing or shipping discrepancies, and ensure full compliance with internal audits and industry regulations.
Partner with Production, Logistics, Quality Assurance, and Finance teams to align procurement strategies with shifting project timelines.