Senior Buyer Resume Examples and Templates

Senior Buyer

• to prevent material and supply shortages.
• Researched potential vendors, evaluated their offerings, and negotiated contracts to secure the best prices, quality, and delivery times for the company.
• Conducted market research to stay updated on pricing trends and prepared tender and bid documents to facilitate procurement processes.
• Maintained accurate records of invoices, contracts, and other documentation, ensuring smooth and efficient business operations.
• Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure the safe and timely arrival of products, coordinating communication and working with other departments to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Managed return and warranty claims, providing support and ensuring accurate documentation to maintain customer satisfaction and strengthen relationships.
• Prepared tender and bid documents, leveraging effective communication skills and attention to detail.

E-Commerce Senior Buyer

• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with external suppliers and third-party vendors.
• Negotiated price, delivery terms, and other contractual agreements to align with business objectives.
• Attended trade shows, buying trips, and competitors' shopping trips to stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings.
• Collaborated closely with design teams to capture and develop the latest fashion trends.
• Conducted business analysis to identify market trends and react promptly with timely reorders and cancellations.
• Provided training, leadership, and development for other buyers within the team.
• Oversaw the entire garment process, from fixing pricing to the final arrival at the warehouse.
• Traveled to Asia to negotiate garment prices, develop new styles, and visit suppliers and factories.
• Maintained a high level of knowledge regarding fabrics and industry regulations.
• Visited trend-setting cities and attended fashion and retail fairs worldwide.
• Analyzed sales data for purchased products, made informed decisions regarding new shipments to stores, and collaborated with the merchandise team to ensure optimal placement of products online and in stores.

Senior Buyer & Project Manager

• Formulated buying strategies for various departments, including premium, contemporary, footwear, accessories, leather goods, and beauty.
• Identified and sourced over 100+ new brands, negotiating favorable payment terms.
• Managed Open-To-Buy (OTB) budgets, analyzing category contributions and aligning stock levels with sales targets for each store.
• Conducted regular performance analysis, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans.
• Maintained close oversight of orders, deliveries, stock swaps, cancellations, and re-orders.
• Ensured excellence in performance across all categories, optimizing results.
• Designed and delivered training sessions for marketing, visual merchandising, retail, and operations teams, focusing on effective merchandising strategies and the latest trends.
• Successfully created and managed two private labels for The Chalhoub Group.
• Played a key role in launching the e-commerce website for 20Thirty, collaborating with the digital team.

Senior Buyer Manager

• Negotiating with suppliers.
• Prepare and send purchasing orders (PO)
• Carry out the process of quality control (QC) on the products that have been obtained.
• Doing documentation of the purchasing process.
• Communicating with finance department and logistics team.
• Analyze the effectiveness and performance of products that have been obtained according to business needs.
• Planning the needs of goods/services products needed by the business.
• Classify purchases, which are usually made based on their duration (long term, just in time, monthly)
• Conducting analysis with total cost of ownership.
• Make a list of potential suppliers and select suppliers.
• Submit purchase approval to the purchasing manager.
• Communicating with suppliers.

Senior Buyer

• Follow-up with the logistic team to keep a check if the ministry and customs regulations are met on the products being sourced.
• Liaise with the Logistic and Finance team to ensure that a cost-efficient shipping forwarder is selected to keep the product costing minimal.
• Define the retailing price of the products being sourced to achieve the targeted gross margins budgeted by the executive management.
• Following-up with the floor operations team to ensure the products are available in all the outlets.
• Working out the forecasting and replenishment plans of the products.
• Run research on and visit production factories of Toys and select optimal production facilities to source the products from.
• Discuss and negotiate with the OEMs and ODMs and source the apt products for the dept. at the right seasonal schedule, pricing, and production lead time.

Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager

• Managed and executed Material Requirements Planning (MRP) for various components including Electrical, PCB, OEM, and Build to Print Metal and Plastic.
• Generated MRP reports to track and manage supply and demand, ensuring timely delivery of materials to meet manufacturing needs.
• Oversaw a portfolio of up to 1,500 active parts across more than 50 global suppliers.
• Managed and resolved RO (Rejection Orders), RI (Replenishment Instructions), CO (Cancellation Orders), and PD (Pull-in Demands) action messages with suppliers.
• Conducted weekly meetings with domestic and international suppliers, utilizing a Supplier Portal and corporate business tools to review backlog reports and obtain timely supplier purchase order confirmations.
• Addressed and resolved any purchase order issues internally or with suppliers, including pricing discrepancies, unit of measure (UOM) discrepancies, drawing issues, and lead time challenges.
• Ensured compliance with site and corporate policies to maintain data integrity and meet system requirements.

Senior Buyer

• Managed a large-sized budget of over 89 million dollars and a worldwide supplier network.
• Led long-term strategic initiatives to improve key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Developed and nurtured relationships with existing and new suppliers globally, while closely monitoring supplier performance.
• Conducted negotiations with suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries, meet price and quality requirements, and secure favorable terms.
• Handled multiple projects and orders simultaneously, requiring strong business acumen and critical thinking skills for success.

Senior Buyer

• Successfully completed a comprehensive management training program that involved rotations across multiple manufacturing facilities in California.
• Procured a wide range of components, including plastic parts, electronics, packaging, and resins.
• Conducted annual price negotiations with component suppliers, achieving a cost reduction of 5% each year.
• Facilitated the transition of manufacturing various components to suppliers in low-cost countries, optimizing cost efficiency.

Senior Buyer

• Manage and negotiate contracts with suppliers and vendors based on prevailing market rates.
• Facilitate the engagement of parties with one another, and with strategic purchasing through the NPD process.
• Data & trends analysis (sales, gross margin, shrink, stock, forecasting volumes, customers, competition, concepts, etc.) to optimize the assortment.
• Formulate and profitably execute the development, selection, and procurement of merchandise by collaborating with vendors to develop the best assortment across all categories.
• Supply diversity plan for all business units.
• Coordinate all day-to-day supply management and procurement operations to maintain supplier diversity.
• Source components associated with new product development programs.
• Develop and select products and presentations during purchasing committees with top-level management.
• Provide a competitive advantage in the marketplace by intimately understanding the competition and the target customer.

Senior Buyer

• Sourced and onboarded new direct-to-consumer (DTC) vendors, carefully selecting assortments that aligned with the company's vision.
• Managed the flow of products to the website, ensuring timely availability and delivery.
• Established a marketing cadence, coordinating promotional activities and negotiating vendor-funded marketing initiatives.
• Negotiated inventory allocation based on planned social media advertising, optimizing inventory management and sales.
• Took charge of direct purchasing responsibilities, developing and curating exclusive products from overseas vendor partners for the Pier 1 website.

Senior Buyer

• Delivered record-breaking seasonal assortments with +25% YoY sales, driving differentiation and diversity that positioned brand as a market leader.
• Steered creative and storytelling for the 9x annual FY78 catalog, e-commerce site, marketing, and in-store visual merchandising to inspire and inform the customer while streamlining their shopping journey.
• Pioneered new business development, conceiving of new opportunities and creating the go to market plans to scale. Highlights include:
• Developed the first cross-brand products creating a performance bedding line that utilizing technology and grossing $15M in sales.
• Strategized and executed the textiles five-year Eco plan, converting 98% of programs to organic, responsibly sourced, chemical free, and Fair Trade.

Senior Buyer

• Monthly sales & GP review
• Managing promotion plan
• Attending Home Improvement Expo/Events
• Market survey, product selection, allocation and planogram for new store set up
• Monthly and quarterly range review
• Sourcing new vendors and managing existing vendor
• Negotiating on yearly Trading Terms, promotion rebate and better cost
• Managing weekly store ordering (PO) and inventory
• Business analysis, strategic planning and execution at store level

Senior Buyer

• Created, issued, reviewed, and awarded purchasing documents such as Request for Proposals (RFPs), Purchase Orders, and Change Orders.
• Reviewed bid proposals, terms and conditions, and analyzed costs to ensure compliance and value for the company.
• Maintained schedules and coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Managed vendor relationships and resolved any issues or disputes that arose during the procurement process.
• Reviewed and verified invoices before processing payments to ensure accuracy and adherence to contractual agreements.

Senior Buyer

• Conducted research on fast fashion trends, market analysis, and competitor analysis to stay updated on industry trends and customer expectations.
• Conducted store visits, competitor store visits, and attended fairs to gather insights and observations.
• Attended customer meetings to understand their expectations and address any concerns or complaints.
• Developed range plans that aligned with the strategic plan and customer expectations for the product group.
• Managed the costing process, including negotiations with suppliers and making final decisions on order placement.
• Explored opportunities for new suppliers while maintaining relationships with current suppliers.
• Identified new product concepts and recommended them for the department.
• Selected collections and negotiated buying contracts, including pricing, stock, payment terms, and delivery conditions.
• Reviewed sales performance analysis and implemented necessary actions to optimize sales and profits.
• Developed business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to drive sales and maximize profits.
• Managed the research and development processes for innovative products.