Supervisor, Purchasing

Store•St Louis, MO

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supervisor, Purchasing is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing inventory for a broad range of company materials, supplies, and services. This role will execute the sourcing strategy that will ensure Build-A-Bear has the right goods from the right suppliers and at the right costs. This Supervisor, Purchasing is crucial for ensuring Build-A-Bear has the necessary resources to support its corporate, warehouse, and store operations in a cost-effective and timely manner.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
2-4 years experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams & SharePoint
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Solid verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Supply Chain or Purchasing Certification

Responsibilities

Research and evaluate potential suppliers and service providers to ensure they meet the company’s needs
Lead vendor evaluation and selection processes as well as maintain relationships with key vendors
Conduct financial analysis for sourcing options, determining the least-cost approach
Monitor inventory levels and manage the ordering process for replenishment
Process specific requests and manage communication with stores
Coordinate with internal departments to procure specialty materials for creative projects
Identify sources for required items, create purchase orders, and follow up to ensure timely delivery
Manage the distribution of received materials and supplies to stores
Update and maintain procurement and activation tracking reports
Key order information from the warehouse for distribution to stores
Execute the sourcing strategy while managing costs