Manager, Purchasing - Center Store Non-Perishable at Global Partners

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and takes initiative
Team player with a positive attitude
Strong time management skills

Responsibilities

Define high level role, assortment and pricing strategy for non-perishables categories to optimize profitable topline sales and unit growth
Negotiate annual contracts with top suppliers across all non-perishables categories
Leverage consumer insights and ideation process for non-perishable categories to deliver assortment and pricing strategies that support company’s four pillars
Ensure alignment with brand standards while driving innovation
Lead the creation and development of private label within non-perishables categories
Lead category managers to create planograms and determine merchandising strategy to maximize sales per square foot
Collaborate with retail support to ensure efficient and visually appealing layouts
Develop and execute a pricing and promotional strategy for non-perishables categories, both to support financial KPI’s as well as drive loyalty share
Analyze financial performance, providing actionable insights with plan, to achieve budget commitments
Complete ROI analysis for new initiatives, projects, and equipment investments, ensuring execution and measurement of initiatives
Work cross-functionally (inferred from incomplete description)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PurchasingSupplier Relationship ManagementInventory ControlCost ManagementProduct SelectionMarket Trend AnalysisCommunication SkillsTime Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for this Manager, Purchasing role?

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Is this a remote position, or is there a required office location?

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What key skills are required for this purchasing manager position?

The role requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, self-motivation with initiative, team player attitude with positivity, and strong time management skills.

What is the company culture like at Global Partners?

Global Partners embraces innovation, invests in energy transition and community support, and seeks passionate, idea-driven team players motivated by future opportunities in a positive environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates are self-motivated team players with excellent communication, time management skills, and a positive attitude, ready to lead strategic purchasing, negotiate contracts, and drive innovation in non-perishables.