Buyer Jobs in Tennessee

Job Title: Associate Buyer Company: Tractor Supply Company Location: Brentwood, TN Description: Tractor Supply Company, the largest retail farm and ranch\store chain in the US, has an opening for an Associate Buyer in our Brentwood Store Support Center. To support and assist the buyer in all aspects of developing, communicating and executing the strategic business plans. Primary Duties: Assists in the coordination, execution and communication of the Line Review process with the guidance of the buyer Communicate, execute and monitor all line review detail. Provide detail of merchandise strategy to Planner for building assortment plans for new planograms. Hit milestone dates and communicate on a timely basis with partners in Merchandise Analysis, Inventory Mgmt, Logistics, Mdse Administration, Mdse Presentation, Sourcing, and Store Operations Develops and maintains a positive, productive day-to-day working relationship with assigned members of the Mdse Planning, Inventory Mgmt and Mdse Presentation Teams Executes details of the advertising process. This includes entering items into the Promotions Workbench, proofing all print advertising, and serving as the primary point of contact for the advertising and marketing departments related to the production details of our advertising and marketing. Handles all interaction and communication with the Merchandise Administration Team to include, but not limited to , new vendor setup, VPA management, marketing, support funds, volume rebates, markdown dollars and new and relocated store discounts Collaborates with Human Resources Store Operations and the Vendor Community in the development of Product Knowledge Training for Team Members Serves as primary point of contact for vendor and product specific issue resolution for all internal SSC departments and the distribution centers Serves as the primary owner of the Bluebook Product Catalog process and the Manager’s Meeting Show Buy Catalog Assists the Buyer as requested with the item selections process for endcaps, wingracks, clipstrips, two-tier baskets, cash register wraps and the vestibule Fully responsible for meeting deadlines, communication and executing the above listed responsibilities Assists the buyer as requested with test item selection, and executes the New Item Test Program Assists the buyer in the execution of Open Buying Days Travels as required by management to trade shows, vendor facilities, TSC store tours and off site training Assists new vendors, logistics, and supply chains to find the most cost effective way of transporting goods to assure the lowest possible landed cost Serves as secondary point of contact for both the vendors (primary contact is Buyer) and the field (primary contact is Mdse Administrator)

Job Title: ER83 - Buyer - Engineering Company: Kelly Automotive Services Grp Location: Smithville, TN Description: ER83 - Buyer - Engineering Kelly Engineering Resources-A dvision of Kelly Services, is currently seeking an MRO buyer-Tool Crib for an onsite customer location.   Customer is seeking contract to hire for the right candidate.   Job location is in Smithville TN.   Please respond with resume to Jessica Aarhus at Register to View or Register to View .SUMMARY Purchases merchandise or commodities for site customer by performing the following duties.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Buy MRO Supplies as required to sustain on-going crib stock inventory, and  meet non-stock purchase requirements for integrated supply customer.   Be responsible for administration of accounts payable, receiving inventory control and distribution processes. Will initiate, maintain and continuously improve purchasing processes which build supplier relationships, reduce cost and improve our customer’s competitive position in their markets.  Provide training, direction, focus and encouragement as required to maintain and improve team capacity. In sites without a Site Operations Manager, the Buyer will be in charge of crib when site leader is out and must perform the duties inherent in all supervisory positions.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Directly supervises employees in the tool crib if manager is out.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. QUALIFICATIONS  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE One to two years related experience and/or training in similar industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Kelly Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Buyer/Planner Company: Jabil Circuit Inc. Location: Memphis, TN Description: Planner/Buyers are responsible for ensuring that material supply equals demand and to support optimization of overall cost of materials. Essential Duties and Responsibilities ? 2 -3 years of related experience and/or training; OR a higher education in a related field.? A certification by related professional organizations (such as APICS and NAPM), a bachelor’s degree in Materials Management, Business Administration, or an equivalent, or an experience in electronics manufacturing industry is a plus. ? Strong communication, analytical, and problem solving skills. Attention to detail and ability to work well with teams.  ? Occasional travel may be required. Job Requirements • Plan schedule and action materials supply to equal demand.o Analyze maintain and execute applicable planning tools.   Continuously monitor and verify materials pipeline to ensure it meets requirements. Identify and appropriately address materials supply issues.  o Ensure material availability to support production with on-time delivery and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production.o Proactively eliminate material liabilities for Jabil by clearly understanding the ownership (supplier / customer). Track and provide supporting data to BUM in order to clearly define customer liable materials. Execute and maximize Jabil negotiated terms with suppliers to reduce materials liability. o Effectively manage material requirement changes resulting from Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) and product End of Life (EOL). o Disposition non-conforming excess obsolete and/or high stock materials in a timely manner. • Support optimize overall cost of materialso Make sourcing decisions based on overall cost and benefit including price duty freight flexibility service performance quality and terms & conditions. o Negotiate terms and conditions that protect the best interest of Jabil and its customers. Negotiate liability terms special stocking arrangements and other agreements that are outside of standard Jabil terms and conditions.o Ensure execution of Jabil pricing and terms & conditions agreements such as World Wide Purchasing Agreements that are negotiated and agreed to by Jabil. Optimize order management process to ensure effective communication with suppliers. o Analyze and enter component purchase prices that accurately the quoted price from the Supplier.o Maintain integrity of master data and purchasing planning parameters in order to minimize material liability and to balance the cost of procurement with inventory investment levels.o Monitor and continuously improve supplier’s delivery and quality performance. Address and resolve recurring or critical issues by utilizing corrective action tools and additional resources.o Support Accounts Payable in resolving invoice discrepancies.o Minimize material freight expenses for Jabil. o Monitor track and provide feedback on suppliers’ performance on delivery quality and service.• Adhere to all company policies and procedures. Critical focus areas• Understand the fundamentals and principles of material planning. • Clearly understand execute and provide feedback on Jabil supply SCM and pricing strategies. • Communicate effectively and escalate issues appropriately.• Supplier delivery quality and service performance meets or exceeds expectations.• Purchasing planning parameters and PO data are 100% accurate. • Meet or exceed and continuously improve on related performance metrics objectives:o Days of Supply or Inventory Turnso Potential Excess Potential Obsolete Materials and High Stockso Early Receiptso Other applicable metrics as defined by Supervisor. Additional Information Jabil is Proud Equal Opportunity Employer!

Job Title: BUYER - ACCESSORIES/UNDERGARMENTS Company: Dollar General Corporation Location: Goodlettsville, TN Description: Are you ready for an exciting career move? We're a $10.5 billion company with more than 8,400 stores in 35 states and growing by hundreds of stores yearly.  We work in an energetic team atmosphere, and believe much of the success of our phenomenal growth is our commitment to developing our employees' potential.  We are committed to building our company with upbeat, talented, motivated persons who will move us toward our mission of  "Serving Others."  Dollar General's Buyer - Accessories/Undergarments, reporting to the Vice President Division Merchandise Manager, will require thorough knowledge of specific categories, including market trends, item cost, competitive issues and logistical issues to help facilitate customer satisfaction.  The Buyer - Accessories/Undergarments will maintain accurate vendor and item information to best control procurement and logistical flow of merchandise until it reaches our customer while also researching and negotiating vendor base to identify the best value for our customer.  The role will also penetrate new market share and will evaluate, select, design and develop merchandise for distribution and presentation in store.   Duties and Responsibilities Analyze and re-forecast departmental budget to ensure financial reward for our shareholders, i.e. sales, mark-up, inventory, turn.       Plan, evaluate and provide monthly projections for core items to maintain our 95% in-stock goal.            Assist all teamshare partners in matters that are directly or indirectly involved with merchandising, i.e. accounting, reorder, retail, distribution, import, logistics and vendors.             Maintain accurate vendor and item information to best control procurement and logistical flow of merchandise until it reaches our customer.  Research and negotiate vendor base to identify the best value for our customer.  Penetrate new market share while maximizing shareholders reward.  Evaluate, select, design, and develop merchandise for both core and non-core distribution and presentation in store.           Supervising, training and developing our team partners to support total development.               Develop line review and generate plan-o-grams for department and communicate these for proper presentation to our customer.       Make necessary vendor, market, orient and store visits.       Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through verbal, written and listening skills so that Merchandising's mission of customer satisfaction is achieved.Demonstrated planning and executing of annual budget.Demonstrated ability to be a team player and customer service driven, while maintaining the values of Dollar General.Demonstrated ability to effectively monitor and develop team partners to ensure a partnership in total development.Thorough knowledge of specific categories, including market trends, item cost, competitive issues and logistical issues to help facilitate customer satisfaction.Ability to demonstrate moral integrity and professionalism while negotiating issues to help facilitate customer satisfaction.Keen understanding of the dynamics of negotiating product and interpersonal knowledge of how to achieve Dollar General's goals.Ability to make decisions in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining an  enthusiastic sense of mission. Work Experience and/or Education Three to five years buying or category management experience.Experience with Accessories and/or Undergarments a big plus. College degree preferred, but not required.  Compensation will consist of a competitive salary based on your experience, with bonus potential.   Our Benefits Package Health, dental, vision and life insuranceLong term disabilityAccidental Death and Dismemberment insuranceCompany matched 401(k)Tuition reimbursementPaid vacationOn site child care, ATM, cafeteria and fitness facilityFree covered parkingFun, values centered work atmosphereCorporate casual dressRelocation Assistance  Dollar General is an Equal Opportunity Employer.