Senior Buyer (Purchasing Manager) - 498244-2453 - Boise State University

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Function:
The Senior Buyer (Purchasing Manager) oversees all buying functions of
the Bronco Shops and acts as the buyer for all apparel and novelty
items, especially licensed merchandise. This position supervises 2 other
professional staff, falling under two categories (Technology, General
Merchandise), and ensures that they are meeting or exceeding their job
duties and expectations. This position supports divisional goals of
Student Success and a Thriving Student and Employee Community by
developing and implementing targeted buying programs. The Senior Buyer
will share Director's responsibilities in the absence of the Director.
Department Overview:
The Bronco Shop Team fosters academic success by providing accessible
and affordable academic infrastructure and relevant resources to the
University community. Our student employment model fosters employee
community and engagement while offering career readiness skills. As the
World Headquarters for Boise State apparel and gifts, we wear our
institutional pride literally on our sleeves.
Essential Functions:
60% of the Time the Senior Buyer (Purchasing Manager) will:
- Develops a purchasing strategy.
- Works directly with buyers and unit managers to develop buying plans
with concise goals and objectives, execute plans, and report
results. Evaluates the effectiveness of buying initiatives.
- Investigate sources of supply; interview and correspond with vendors
or their agents. Research and assist in the development of pricing
for University department planning purposes.
- Responsible for the preparation of an annual budget for purchasing
products and services for the campus community.
- Maintains records of goods ordered and received. Reviews and
processes purchase orders.
- Builds and maintains relationships with vendors. Evaluates vendors
based on quality, timeliness, and price. Selects prospective vendors
and negotiates contracts.
- Researches and evaluates vendors to compare pricing and services.
Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers.
- Coordinates with fellow managers to monitor inventory and determine
supply needs. Schedules deliveries and ensures timely fulfillment of
orders.
- Responsible for the selection of vendors and products for resale;
negotiation of quantity, pricing, delivery terms; Determination of
delivery time, sell-through, markdowns and promotions.
- Stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees
purchase and implementation, as necessary.
40% of the Time the Senior Buyer (Purchasing Manager) will:
- Survey and research product information and market trends with
responsibility for commodity purchases involving large and/or
difficult expenditures of a technical and/or complex nature.
- Monitor and react to issues with PrismRBS inventory management and
accounting.
- Plan for and implement annual inventory counts and regular cycle
counts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Implements and supports effective change to enhance organizational
performance by continuously identifying and acting on opportunities
to create high-quality, cost-effective processes.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a
team in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and show
constant entrepreneurial initiative
- Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management, interest in market
dynamics along with business sense
- Develop and maintain relationships outside of the store including,
but not limited to Athletics,
- Trademark and Licensing, and media.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with those ontacted in the course of work: suppliers, customers,
fellow employees, and the public.
- Ability to adapt rapidly to changing market conditions and/or
customer needs.
Minimum
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent plus:
- 7 Years Experience, including
- 3 Years Managerial Experience and
- 3 Years Buying Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or
a related field (preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in retail buying and purchasing,
preferably in a collegiate or similar environment.
- Proven track record of success in managing budgets and achieving
purchasing goals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced
environment.
- Passion for Boise State University and a strong understanding of the
collegiate retail market.
Salary and Benefit
s:
Starting at $64,771.20, commensurate with experience. Boise State
University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides
health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote
health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can
choose t