Merchandise Buyer jobs in Altoona, PA

Merchandise Buyer selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Buyer
  • Union Tank Car Company - UTLX
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • WHO WE ARE:
    Marmon Holdings, Inc., part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is one of the world’s most innovative and impactful industrial organizations. Marmon comprises more than 100 manufacturing and service businesses serving diverse industries and markets across the globe. With 23,000 team members, 400 facilities in 20 countries, and $10 billion in annual revenue, Marmon may be the biggest company you’ve never heard of. Until now!
    This position is part of the Marmon Rail Division and will be assigned to a repair shop location either at Union Tank Car Company or Transco Railway Products, Inc. - North America locations, or Procor, at one of their Canadian locations. This position will report to the Purchasing Manager.
    POSITION SUMMARY:
    As an individual contributor, the Site Buyer will plan and procure material to meet internal stakeholder requirements at an optimal cost. The Site Buyer will purchase goods/services according to support customer needs, departmental and Procurement organizational agreements/contracts, and Marmon policies and procedures.
    Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to:
    Functional/Technical Expertise
    • Tactical creation and issuance of POs to approved suppliers based on ERP system demand.
    • Maintains accurate PO information and delivery dates in the ERP system.
    • Set-up, execution, and maintenance of ordering parameters and ERP data.
    • Work with the supplier and internal Marmon resources to set up internal and supplier-held Kanbans.
    • Ensure adherence to price and lead time established by contract.
    • Monitor supplier delivery performance, days on hand, and related quality issues.
    • Monitor inventory levels to avoid potential excess, obsolescence, and shortages.
    • Oversee Inventory Policy through ABCD classification and use of proper planning parameters.
    • Adjust forecasts and planning parameters as required including safety stocks, reorder points, minimum orders etc. in adherence with Marmon guidelines.
    • Participate in cost savings efforts (i.e. Freight, Packaging, Price).
    • Assist where required to expedite POs and confirm delivery.
    • Review and release purchase requisitions.
    • Resolve supplier and data issues (i.e. Price discrepancies, invoice discrepancies, receiving issues).
    • Participate in daily production and planning meetings.
    • Secure Corrective Actions and execute the RMA process when applicable.
    • Coordinate Engineering changes with suppliers, Material Planning, and Engineering for purchased parts.
    • Daily coordination of information between production, purchasing, and shipping.
    • Provides availability, pricing, and shipping information.
    • Generates daily, weekly, and monthly metric reports.
    • Manage supplier-held inventory programs.
    • Develop in-depth knowledge on parts/commodities managed to aid in expedites and suggest part deviations to resolve shortages and mitigate high risk situations.
    • Work with Commodity Managers, Operations and Engineering on supplier transitions.
    SKILLS/SPECIFICATIONS:
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Detail-oriented with excellent organization and time management skills.
    • Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks.
    • Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
    • Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations.
    • Familiarity with consignment inventory, receiving and quality best practices.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly with Excel.
    • Ability to wear safety equipment such as, but not limited to safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hats, ear plugs and respirators.
    • Ability to see and hear the visual and audio safety warnings in the plant.
    • Ability to bend, stoop and stretch to perform tasks.
    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
    • High School Diploma or equivalent required; College degree preferred.
    • Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Planning or Materials Management.
    WHAT WE OFFER:
    Our company strives to be the Employer of Choice. Our generous benefits package includes:
    • Benefits on Day 1
    • Medical/Dental/Vision with first-in-class vendors
    • Health Savings Account
    • Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
    • Company Paid Benefits: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
    • Vacation Benefits
    • 401k with generous company match and additional employer annual contribution.
    Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  • 17 Days Ago

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Technical Buyer
  • Blair Companies
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • TECHNICAL BUYER Do you enjoy purchasing within a manufacturing setting? Are you familiar with manufacturing procurement, have a technical background, and have strong negotiation skills? Are you seekin...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Buyer Assistant
  • MAG Industries LTD
  • Tyrone, PA FULL_TIME
  • MAG Industries Ltd. is a wholesale distributor & manufacturer of vape, tobacco, and hemp products, supplying thousands of smoke shops, convenience stores, and other retailers in over a dozen states. F...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Buyer/Planner
  • Vontier
  • Altoona, PA OTHER
  • Purpose of Position Support daily production operations by sourcing and planning an optimum supply of material required for manufacturing to meet daily customer demand. The primary job responsibilitie...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Assistant Buyer
  • Master Fast Track Training
  • State College, PA OTHER
  • Overview As an Assistant Buyer, you'll discover that we've hired you to eventually run your own business. Our business skills training program allows you to make crucial business decisions in a surpri...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Merchandise Lead
  • GABRIEL BROTHERS INC
  • State College, PA FULL_TIME
  • To see the full job description, please click the link below: Merchandise Lead Part-Time Opportunities at Gabe’s Offer: Flexible SchedulesEmployee Discount and Assistance ProgramFun, Casual Work Envir...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Shoe Sales Associate - PT
  • Boscov's Department Store, LLC
  • Altoona, PA
  • Boscovs Shoe Sales Associate Boscovs began as a peddlers dream. Over the last 100 years, weve grown into Americas larges...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Sales Associate - Full Time
  • Sunnyside*
  • Altoona, PA
  • COMPANY OVERVIEW Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine's Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the large...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacist (Pharmacy Manager)
  • Rite Aid Corp.
  • Altoona, PA
  • Excited to grow your career? We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Shoe Sales Associate - PT
  • Boscov's
  • Altoona, PA
  • Job Description Boscov's Shoe Sales Associate Boscov's began as a peddler's dream. Over the last 100 years, we've grown ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Furniture Assembly Technician
  • SFS, Inc.
  • Altoona, PA
  • Overview: Opportunity is part-time, on-going Assembly work for both in-store (Nationwide Office supply chain) and in-hom...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Multi-Store Supervisor - #7
  • Sheetz
  • Altoona, PA
  • Additional $1.50/hr. for working 10pm-6am OVERVIEW Do you like to change things up and meet new people? Never get bored ...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Multi-Store Supervisor - #531
  • Sheetz
  • Altoona, PA
  • Additional $1.50/hr. for working 10pm-6am OVERVIEW Do you like to change things up and meet new people? Never get bored ...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full & Part Time Retail Sales Associate
  • Kohls
  • Altoona, PA
  • Responsibilities Creates a friendly and welcoming environment by greeting and offering assistance to customers You are t...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

Altoona is a city in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the principal city of the Altoona Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). The population was 46,320 at the time of the 2010 Census, making it the eleventh most populous city in Pennsylvania. The Altoona MSA includes all of Blair County and was recorded as having a population of 127,089 at the 2010 Census, around 100,000 of whom live within a 5-mile (8.0 km) radius of the Altoona city center according to U.S. Census ZIP Code population data. This includes the adjacent boroughs of Hollidaysburg and Duncansville, adjacent township...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer jobs
$89,920 to $122,045
Altoona, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago