PetZoo - Purchaser Assosciate

Description

SUMMARY 

The Purchasing Associate is responsible for procuring product from manufacturers and timely  transfer to PetZoo stores, maintaining accurate inventory and managing overall cost. This  position maintains inventory levels to support the highest fill rate possible without exceeding  maximum inventory levels.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty  satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities  to perform these essential functions.  

· Responsible for the procurement of assigned vendor lines in multiple retail store locations, assuring fill rate and inventory level targets are met consistently. · Collaborates with internal and external teams to forecast new item and promotional usage, ensuring that inventory levels support anticipated demand. 

· Assures item data integrity to include costing and all other item maintenance fields. · Participates in all levels of vendor relationships. 

· Collaborates with upper management team to maintain appropriate inventory levels and assure inventory performance requirements are met for everyday and promotional needs 

· Communicates accurately and timely with internal and external customers to resolve key product, vendor and/or supply issues as needed. 

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list; other duties may be required. These  duties and responsibilities are subject to change at any time.  

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 

· Knowledge of general purchasing, shipping and receiving practices 

· Strong interpersonal and supplier relations skills 

· ?bility to accurately follow established processes and procedures 

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

· High school diploma and two years related experience or training. 

· College degree a plus 

· Prior experience purchasing for retail/distribution preferred 

· ?ntermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) · Experience using a computerized forecasting system desired 

· Pet industry experience desired

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Office environment, low noise level 

PHYSICAL ABILITIES 

· Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending 

· Able to hear and speak into a telephone 

· Close visual work on a computer terminal 

· Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other  technical instruments