Purchasing Manager

Responsible for all purchasing of supplies and materials for US stores, offices and warehouses •Supports the U.S. organization with general purchasing decisions, while consistently considering cost and environmentally consciousness •Determines sourcing strategies for all US store & warehouse supplies •Involved in vendor selection and contract negotiations •Continuously measures and evaluates ongoing partnerships and agreements •Communicates and leverages resources with Swedish purchasing departments to facilitate and coordinate purchases from overseas suppliers •Partners with US display, store operations, real estate, accounting, and logistics departments as well as with suppliers in the U.S. and in Europe •Supports the Stationery team with streamlining processes and organization •Monitors inventory levels and determines order quantities and flows Financial Accountability: •Responsible for annual budget development, management and control for material and supply purchasing for our US stores, offices and warehouses- estimated $3.2 million direct and $3.3 million indirect •Optimizes efficient billing processes to ensure timely payment of invoices as well as ensures compliance with internal audit requirementsWho we're looking forSkills, Abilities and Other Requirements: • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Access • Self-starter that takes own initiatives while constantly seeking out, analyzing and implementing cost saving initiatives based on long-term strategies • Excellent negotiation, leadership and people skills • Team player with the ability to work well in a high pressure, fast-paced, deadline- oriented environment • Detail-oriented • Ability to establish priorities, set goals, manage resources, develop concepts and approaches, review progress of projects and obtain results • Strong analytical skills • Effective planner and sound decision maker • Bilingual in Spanish and/or Swedish is a plusAbout our clientOur client is the fastest growing fashion retailer in the world.What's on the offerOur client offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package available.For further information please forward a detailed resume along with current salary,
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