Sr. Buyer

About the role

This role focuses on planning imported product demand, balancing inventory investment, and keeping product availability aligned with sales objectives. The position works closely with merchandising, procurement, sales, and logistics partners to support accurate forecasting, efficient replenishment, and strong margin performance.

Responsibilities

• Build and refine demand forecasts for imported product groups by evaluating sales history, seasonal patterns, promotional activity, and current market conditions.
• Manage purchasing plans and inventory spending to maintain appropriate stock levels while supporting revenue targets and profitability goals.
• Coordinate purchase order activity for imported goods, taking into account international lead times, freight timing, and container utilization.
• Review inventory performance through key metrics such as turns, aging, and sell-through, then recommend adjustments to improve overall inventory health.
• Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to keep production schedules aligned with projected demand and business priorities.
• Monitor inbound shipments and collaborate with logistics partners to reduce the impact of transportation delays or supply disruptions.
• Identify excess or slow-moving inventory and propose actions such as pricing adjustments, promotional support, or exit strategies.
• Contribute to new product launches by recommending initial order quantities and allocation plans based on expected demand.
• Prepare recurring reports that highlight sales results, inventory position, and forecast accuracy for business review.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in merchandise planning, inventory planning, demand planning, or a closely related buying function.
• Hands-on background managing imported products with extended overseas production and shipping timelines.
• Strong analytical ability with a track record of using data to guide purchasing and inventory decisions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with pivot tables, forecasting tools, and detailed data analysis.
• Experience working in NetSuite is required.
• Ability to oversee multiple product categories in a fast-moving, high-volume environment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in the lighting industry, e-commerce, wholesale distribution, or similar product-driven environments is preferred.

Pay

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

Schedule

Contract role with permanent potential.