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Design Foundry - Hickory · 2 months ago

Purchasing Agent - Fabric Buyer

Hickory, NC, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Design Foundry is a company focused on upholstered furniture manufacturing, and they are seeking a Purchasing Agent / Fabric Buyer. This role is responsible for sourcing and procuring fabrics, maintaining inventory levels, and ensuring timely order fulfillment to support production schedules.

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Responsibilities

Source, purchase, and track all fabric and related materials needed for production

Develop fabric forecasts and maintain adequate stock levels based on sales orders, forecasts, and production needs

Monitor vendor performance: pricing, lead times, quality, and reliability

Review fabric usage, scrap trends, and purchase frequency to optimize costs and reduce waste

Process purchase orders accurately in Cruze system and reconcile confirmations

Follow up on open orders, lead times, backorders, and delivery schedules

Work closely with team to align planning and scheduling to ensure production is never disrupted due to fabric shortages

Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, substitutions, quality concerns, and logistics

Assist in fabric testing, approval processes, and sample acquisition

Coordinate with Receiving/Shipping Manager to schedule deliveries and resolve receiving discrepancies

Support inventory audits and cycle counts related to fabrics

Maintain fabric database: costs, SKUs, vendor details, specifications, and replacements

Provide input into BOM updates, cost analyses, and margin reviews as needed

Participate in vendor reviews and strategic sourcing initiatives under the direction of the Purchasing Manager

Qualification

Purchasing experienceERP/MRP proficiencyNegotiation skillsData analysisTextilesCommunication skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsThrive in fast-paced environment