Procurement Buyer

QVC

85d

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager of Service, Procurement, you will work under the guidance of the Manager, Service Procurement on assisting with preparation of category strategies and conducting price negotiations with suppliers, using Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other tools for assigned categories to support all of the QVC Group businesses, including QVC, HSN and Cornerstone brands. You will support service-related categories, (examples: Consulting, Marketing), and other categories as assigned.

Requirements

• 2+ years of work experience or comparable education in procurement/strategic sourcing.
• 2+ years buying experience with focus on relevant categories (Consulting, Marketing, etc.), as well as other categories as assigned.
• 2+ years experience working with eProcurement systems and advanced reporting tools.
• 2+ years experienced conducting price negotiations with suppliers, using Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Knowledge of contracts across assigned categories.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all main indicators related to assigned categories, reviewing spend and industry trends frequently to ensure appropriate strategies are in place.
• Manage acquisition process (sourcing third-party services, developing vendor relations) for critical, complex categories ensuring competitive pricing, compliance with policies, limiting risk, and driving Total Procurement Value.
• Work with Senior Level Partners to develop sourcing and contract strategies, ensuring all contracted obligations are met within acceptable standards.
• Work with Manager – Service Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Team to review category spend to develop strategies for optimizing sourcing and negotiation results.
• Research new and current suppliers.
• Evaluate current suppliers and develop new suppliers based on quality, service, reliability, price, innovation, and value added capabilities, as well as the supplier's reputation and history.
• Develop relationships with main partners across QRG with the support of the Procurement Leadership Team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Paid volunteer hours
• Company discounts
• Health care benefits starting on day 1
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree