Associate Buyer

Trivantage a division of Glen Raven is recruiting for an Associate Buyer. The Associate Buyer is charged with understanding the supply change and vendors associated with it. They will work with others in managing suppliers to optimize cost quality and service and monitoring supplier performance. The Associate Buyer is also involved in supporting new product introductions/changes and managing the RFQ RFI RFP process.

*** This role follows a hybrid work schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home***

Responsibilities:

• Set-up and maintain item and vendor information in warehouse system. Maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that the supplier is aware of their performance.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and invoice variances.
• Communicate with Director of Sourcing on project status or other relevant items.
• Work with Accounting in regards to invoice discrepancy resolution.
• Understand and develop relationships with the current vendor base
• Identify opportunities in support of Trivantage objectives.
• Become a backup to the buyer/senior buyer in management of the RFQ process.
• Work closely with Business Development Sales and Marketing to develop and market new products.
• Analytically support the Director of Sourcing in all aspects of vendor relationship
• Act as liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems.
• Process non-conforming material requests and RMA requests with supply chain partners.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed; enabling other workers to achieve their job objectives.

Education & Experience:

• College Degree with emphasis in Business Administration Supply Chain Management or Finance preferred or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Zero to Five years of purchasing and planning experience including purchasing inventory control contract negotiation supply management and supplier relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills along with good verbal and written communication skills required are required.
• Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments.
• Ability to responds consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise.
• Ability to maintain positive company image and brand.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Efficient organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• A courteous and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills. Proficient with Office suite and other work-related software.

Why Glen Raven:â

At Glen Raven we embrace the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive mindset. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of a dedicated group weaving connections across the globe and representing trusted textile brands such as Sunbrella.â Every day we strive for and welcome diverse perspectives solutions-driven ideas and innovative opportunities for continued growth throughout the company. We work toward a shared success while lifting each other up on the job and in our communities. Together we keep the world spinning. Join our team. Connect people and drive innovation beyond the boundaries of Glen Raven.â

What you can expect from working at Glen Raven.â

• Benefits Your total well-being is addition to competitive health coverage short- and long-term disability insurance vision dental and plan choices we also offer telehealth visits or on-site health clinics at many locations. We also have a comprehensive wellness program that includes wellness events health education and mental health resources. We offer competitive PTO and holiday schedules to allow for personal time. â
• Future Financial security No matter where you are in your career at some point everyone winds down. Well help you make it happen when youre ready to retire. We offer both a company funded pension and matching 401(k) our investment in you and your complete future.ââ
• Perks From on-site fitness centers or discounted gym memberships to catered associate events many perks come with the job. We celebrate and reward you for hard work any chance we can.ââ
• Inclusion We have teams of problem solvers with diverse voices. Every day we get after it to innovate and find solutions for a better tomorrow at home and around the world.â
• Fair pay Direct compensation that is fair and competitive with the market. Your success is our success.â

âEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Glen Raven provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

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