Dunlop Sports Americas · 17 hours ago
Buyer
Corporate - Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$29/hr - $32/hrDunlop Sports Americas is seeking a Buyer to work closely with the Forecast & Logistics Manager. This role involves managing freight bills, reviewing data systems, placing purchase orders, and ensuring inventory levels and on-time shipments are maintained.
Sports
Responsibilities
Analyze inventory positions, forecasts and incoming purchase orders to create proposed purchase orders. Review with Business Planning teams ahead of PO creation
Procurement of required materials from approved suppliers as required by the forecast plan. Establish strategies to improve supply chain and solve shortage issues to meet the company’s overall growth plan
Expedite purchase orders as necessary. Identify actual and potential delivery problems and take proactive steps to inform appropriate personnel. Review Open PO details. Work with freight forwarders to confirm Estimated Arrival Date/Time and update the system with the most recent information
Analyze freight choice & delivery locations to meet the needs of the forecasted business
Create future purchasing forecasts to provide additional visibility to Global Supply Chain
Establish and maintain relations with suppliers and appropriate representatives
Maintain an awareness of materials and procurement concepts - Verify data accuracy (part numbers, BOMs, part costs) in MRP, report problems to appropriate parties
Understand and apply MRP reports in ordering parts used in production to ensure appropriate delivery dates
Implement improvement processes to reduce inventory and non-value added work
Communicate with Business Planning manager(s) of any changes or delays in new product introduction release dates
Ensure there are zero past due POs in Operations system
Review billings from freight forwarders and US Customs for accuracy of codes and charges
Investigate receiving discrepancies and seek correction or resolution from responsible party
Will work with Operations team to direct preparation of claims against responsible party when there is lost or damaged merchandise
Participate in the regular evaluation of service providers
Provide internal delivery report
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree required or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Ability to analyze system data and parameters to ensure company stocking levels and customer service levels are met
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; develop alternate solutions if problems arise
Ability to deliver accurate & consistent data, double checking work, and catching discrepancies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively; establish priorities; make informed decisions; and manage assigned objectives
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibit objectivity and openness toward the views of others; give and welcome constructive feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; put success of team above own interests; support group commitments to goals and objectives; recognize accomplishments of other team members
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents
Ability to prepare reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to present information and respond to questions in professional settings
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Outlook and Excel; ERP/MRP Manufacturing software such as Enterprise One or similar software; Power BI database reporting or similar software
Preferred
Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operation Research
Experience using MRP / ERP systems
APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) a plus
Company
Dunlop Sports Americas
Loving the game is what drives you to compete at your best.
Founded in 1979
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jesse Sukman
Senior Patent Counsel
Roger Cleveland
Founder
Recent News
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