Buyer Jobs in Colorado

Job Title: Regional Ski Hardgoods Buyer Company: Location: Vail, CO Description: Position Summary: To fulfill ski hard goods merchandising functions by being responsive to all stores needs. To generate business through seasonal and promotional buys in an effort to maximize sales and profits in your categories. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities: ? Purchase mix of goods considering price points, location and target demographics for multiple stores ? Effectively manage sales, gross profit, and turns ? Provide employees with resources and properly train in product knowledge and sales generation ? Comply with and update monthly, quarterly and annual open to buy, budget and sell through according to guidelines ? Evaluate sales trends and create methods for sales growth ? Manage inventory control (i.e. cycle counts, loss prevention) and meet inventory goals ? Develop plans on a timely basis to assure delivery, maximum discounts and effective retail promotions ? Allocate time to spend in stores with employees on a regular basis to review merchandising, receive feedback, and answer questions ? Utilize communication skills with Divisional Merchandise Manager to ensure all purchase orders have the appropriate approvals, maximum discounts and dating ? Remain current on new industry products and trends ? Create a rewarding environment in which to work, generate a team atmosphere by being a mentor/leader for all merchandise managers within the region ? Create and outline a seasonal buying plan for each location ? Visit the warehouse weekly (during receiving) or as needed ? Ability to write purchase orders with correct distributions and splits- follow through with warehouse and stores ? Correct any purchase order issues as soon as possible to maintain product flow through the warehouse ? Assist with existing and new store set up throughout region(s) Essential Elements: Applicants must be able to: ? Work in a sitting position for extended periods of time ? Stand and move in an active, team-oriented environment for extended periods ? Communicate fluently with co-workers and guests in accurate spoken and written English Additional Qualifications: ? Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products such as; Excel, Word, and Outlook ? Must have at least 5 years experience in ski hardgoods buying ? Must have strong visual merchandising skills PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME TO: Joe Walker P: Register to View x 268 Register to View and copy Register to View Specialty Sports Venture is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: BUYER/PLANNER Company: Arrow Electronics, Inc. Location: Englewood, CO Description: Arrow Electronics, Inc., a Fortune 200 company (ranking: 151), is one of the world's largest electronics distributors, and one of Fortune Magazine's ‘Most Admired Companies'. Arrow Electronics is a global provider of electronic components, computer products, technical solutions and supply chain management services to some of the most successful companies around the world. We know that it takes dynamic and talented people to run a global business like ours. With a commitment to shared leadership, Arrow has an environment that fosters growth and development. At present, we have an excellent opportunity for a Buyer/Planner in our Englewood, CO location. As a Buyer/Planner you will plan, schedule and monitor the movement of materials through the supply chain to determine the required materials to fulfill the needs of the customers. You will also purchase products in support of the operation of the organization to help ensure the right mix of inventory is in place for the customers demand. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: · Planning, scheduling and monitoring the movement of materials through the supply chain: o Monitoring inventory levels to ensure adequate stock o Maintaining a database to ensure efficient use of materials and reduction of costs · Developing relationships with existing vendors, while also evaluating new vendors and negotiating prices and other terms · Maintaining a database of vendors, including alternative options: o Working with marketing to develop new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are inadequate to meet customer demands · Maintaining an audit system for vendors: o Implementing a program for improving vendor performance o Coordinating and participating in vendor site visits · Participating in cycle counts and inventory control programs · Reconciling invoices as well as researching and resolving discrepancies · Assuming responsibility for escalated or higher level purchasing issues from both internal and external customers · May check requisitions for accuracy and completeness and place orders · May perform data entry into the ERP system Minimum Qualifications: · Minimum of one years of relevant experience in a purchasing environment, preferably in the electronics industry · Bachelor's degree in business or similar discipline, preferred · Ability to build influential vendor relationships and use those relationships to effectively negotiate with vendors to ensure efficient delivery and competitive pricing · Ability to multi-task · Solid analytical skill and attention to detail · The ability to work collaboratively with internal and external resources · Must demonstrate exceptional computer skills and software application proficiency - including intermediate/advanced Excel and Access skills · APICS or ISM certification, a plus · Background in production, inventory control, materials management, supply chain management or logistics, preferred ## We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer. Arrow Electronics, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please click on Contact Arrow Careers below, and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Job Title: Senior Buyer/Planner Company: Accellent Inc. Location: Arvada, CO Description:                 Primarily responsible for the creation of the Master Demand Plan (MasterSchedule) for the site working with the Site Supply Chain Manager / Supervisor, as well as the Accellent Director of Supply Chain Responsible for the Creation and Management of the Forecast Demand Files within Accellent’s ERP system. Creates, Schedules and maintains production orders within the Accellent ERP system for assigned work centers to load the factory to ensure manufacturing output goals are obtained for their site. Responsible for working with assigned work center supervisors in the proper tracking and reporting on OTD (on time delivery ) cycle time and yield for production orders on a weekly basis Responsible for determining the daily required production rate (takt time) for their assigned work centers , as well as working with the corresponding work center supervisors in the tracking and reporting on daily / weekly performance for their assigned areas. Manage material flow in facility and through vendors who perform outside processing. Schedules work centers and issue a dispatch list to work centers/cells, or trains corresponding work center supervisors on process. Check and verify availability of material and available capacity internally and at vendors. Route work to minimize machine time and set-ups and achieve desired throughput goals as defined in the performance metrics. Provides up-to-date documentation for facility packages and outside services. Expedites operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions. Monitor and report on raw materials, purchased, and manufactured parts and components, as required Scheduling of sub-assemblies and complete units to meet specified shipping dates. Conduct production-planning meetings and communicate issues/concerns to senior mgt. ·         Communicate customer due date changes to site COS (Customer Operations Specialist) ·         Utilize customer forecasts to create forecasts within ERP and adequately plan demand and capacity ·         Monitor and adjust schedules based on variances to output ·         Assist in planning for utilization and capacity Maintain organization to ISO operation procedures. Complete all job specific required training. Perform duties to achieve overall business unit metrics. Represent Accellent in a professional and exemplary manner before our suppliers, employees and community at large. Comply with all safety regulations, wears appropriate safety equipment as required in each area of the facility.   Purchasing Responsibilities   Prepares instructions and oversees purchasing systems and procedures; reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. Responsible for tactical procurement in support of the sites production schedules, as well as purchase order releases on blanket agreements negotiated with the Accellent Global Sourcing. Prepares management reports as required (Inventory ABC analysis/cost savings program; raw material cost track, etc.); Tracks and updates operating/expense budget. Procures all products to necessary dock dates to ensure on-time production starts per production schedule. Ensures materials are utilized to minimize excess and obsolescence exposure. Works with Global Sourcing to develop cost reduction programs with suppliers to ensure an annual reduction is achieved per facility objectives for both common Accellent materials working with Global sourcing as well as direct spend activities. Timely sourcing and cost effective procurement of raw materials, factory/office supplies, as well as outside services. Analyzes contractual commitments, customer specifications, design changes, and other data to plan and develop planning and procurement actitivities from conceptual stage through life-cycle of product. Responsible for site procurement activities (raw materials, outside services (OSV) as well as expense items). Managing and maintaining supplier programs, including the implementation of Kanban Replenishment, Consigned Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Programs in areas such as raw materials, tooling, etc. Global Sourcing – actively participates with Accellent Global Sourcing Commodity Management team on Strategic Supplier partnerships and agreements in support of Accellent Strategic Goals. Participates with Strategic Sourcing Commodity management on Supplier Relationship Management (SRM quarterly / bi-annual reviews with key suppliers for the site, as well as participates in Global Sourcing SRM meetings as required. Supplier Performance Management – responsible for working with site operations quality and global sourcing on supplier report cards to insure that plans of action are developed and implemented for improving poor performing suppliers. In support of facility inventory turn objectives, develops supplier consignment program to ensure necessary materials are on site (in aggregate including WIP and finished goods).   Responsible for assisting and in development implementation/maintenance of Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kanban/Pull systems with vendors and production. Leads cross-functional teams chartered to perform Supply Chain related continual improvement and/or problem solving. characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.