E-Commerce Procurement Manager

Job Description

The E-Commerce Procurement Manager is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for the Company’s e-commerce sites.. Works closely with the E-Commerce Sales, Marketing and Operations Team to achieve the goals of the company. Provides supply chain/inventory management for a promotionally active merchandise mix and corresponding financial accountabilities. Procures products in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company.

Responsibilities

• Prepare risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
• Set, track, and maintain budget
• Devise and utilize fruitful sourcing strategies
• Research skills to discover profitable suppliers; work with vendors to secure advantageous terms
• Initiate business and cultivate partnerships
• Oversees supply needs, approve the ordering of necessary goods and services
• Manage workflow from initiation to completion (of both purchased orders and deliveries
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration or similar.
• Successful work experience as a Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer, or another relevant role in the e-commerce industry.
• Applicants should have prior experience in the e–commerce industry and must have 2+ years working experience.
• Strong working knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as an aptitude for reading the market.
• Significant experience in collecting and analyzing data.
• Understanding of procurement, logistics and inventory management practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, experience in taking initiative and making appropriate decisions.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships within and outside the company.
• Computer aptitude with the ability to use spreadsheet and word-processing software.