Saks Global
Associate,BuyingOperations
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“Associate, Buying Operations at Saks Global. Skills: Buying operations, Process management, Vendor coordination. Process purchase orders. Coordinate with vendors”
What You'll Achieve.
Enhance workflow efficiency; Minimize errors; Support scalable operations
Industry & Context.
Routine problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Written communication skills, Oral communication skills, Ability to multi-task, Able to work independently, Average communication skills, Average interpersonal skills, Manage multiple priorities, Adherence to deadlines, Routine problem solving, Willingness to learn
Nice to Have
Sense of urgency, Flexibility, Proactive self-starter, Dynamic nature, Resilient nature
What You'll Do.
Process purchase orders
Coordinate with vendors
Confirm order details
Resolve discrepancies
Maintain internal trackers
Support vendor onboarding
Collect required documents
Set up vendor records
Ensure adherence to SLAs
Flag delays or exceptions
Work with Buying Offices
Create best practices
Document best practices
Liaise between US Buying offices
Liaise between vendors
Liaise between Leadership team
Maintain workflow dashboard
Report business metrics
Provide regular reports
Train teams on processes
Manage teams on processes
Drive process stabilization
Drive process optimization
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Merchandising Planning; Buying teams; US Buying offices; Vendors; Leadership team
Communication Scope
Written communication; Oral communication
Full Job Description
_**Job Description:**_ _**Who We Are:**_ Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision, The Art of You, Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own. By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail. Saks Global Properties & Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets. _**Role Summary:**_ Reports to Manager, Buying Operations. Works closely with Merchandising Planning, Buying teams in North America and other teams as necessary. _**Key Qualifications:**_ * Strong written and oral communication skills * Sense of urgency, flexibility, and ability to multi-task are desired traits * Detail oriented with good organizational and clerical skills * Able to work independently with little supervision * The successful candidate must be a proactive self-starter with a dynamic and resilient nature able to work and lead in a fast- paced. * He/she will possess average communication and interpersonal skills in order to engage with stakeholders across the business and provide critical input to business teams * This individual will have a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with strict adherence to deadlines and routine problem solving with a willingness to learn _**Role Description:**_ * Process purchase orders (POs) accurately and timely
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