Hardlines Purchasing

Company: TAL Holdings LLC
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: September 18, 2022

Job Description:

Description: Our PurposeWe help build better communities.We are courteous. Create a positive experience for customers, employees, suppliers and communities.We are the Guide. Help our customers, employees, and suppliers succeed through trust and partnership.We are Ambitious. Seek innovative solutions and go the extra mile.We are Accountable. Act with honesty and integrity.We are Safe. Protect our customers, suppliers, and employees by cultivating a safety-first environment.Role StatementThis position is responsible for creating, maintaining, and updating the merchandising department's databases and performing administrative duties to ensure accuracy of information and reporting.Outcomes for Success

• Purchase hardlines and services to meet specialized or complex needs
• Make purchase decisions in accordance with company procedures and regulations
• Analyze purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completion
• Collaborate with department managers to clarify purchase requisitions, identify departmental needs, and refine specifications for future purchase orders
• Follow proper channels to obtain purchase authorization according to company policy
• Issue bid requests to several potential vendors and suppliers
• Secure product samples, photos, and descriptions for departments
• Review quotes and secure the most competitive bids
• Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts
• Place orders to procure requisitioned items or services
• Process purchasing transactions according to local, state, and federal policies and procedures
• Solve problems with orders in an efficient and timely manner
• May perform other duties as assignedTAL22Requirements: Qualifications
  • Willingness to take initiative
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Exemplary interpersonal skills
  • Comprehensive knowledge of hardlines in area of specialization
  • Previous buying experience strongly preferred, or ability to demonstrate comparable knowledge and skills
  • College degree encouraged, but not required
  • Comfort with technology and motivation to learn new systemsPhysical Requirements
    • Regularly required to talk or hear.
    • Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
    • Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Job Type: Full-timePay: $17.32 - $24.57 per hourWork Location: One location

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