What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Nuna?
As innovators of premium baby gear with a timeless style, Nuna is a Global Brand, growing exponentially in the U.S. Market.
Our corporate office is in scenic Berks County, PA, while our Distribution Center and West Coast offices are in Vancouver, WA, and Solana Beach, CA.
Nuna's consistency and attention to detail in producing high-quality products for families are mirrored within the Vancouver work environment as evidenced by the inviting entryway of herringbone floors, moss sign, and brilliant lighting.
Gym facilities and a breakroom featuring a full kitchen and fireplace serve to enhance the workday. Our health and welfare benefits, like our baby gear products, are superior, boasting a $0 Copay / $0 Deductible Medical & Prescription Plan Design and a 401(k) with a 6% Employer Match.
We are currently seeking an Purchasing Agent to join our Account Services Team.
Our Purchasing Agent, will be responsible for monitoring the planning system for Purchase Requisitions and converting them to Purchase Orders. This role requires meticulous attention to detail to update Purchase Order delivery dates as provided by internal suppliers. As well as working directly with cross functional teams ensuring inventory needs are met and financial data aligns.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Purchasing
- Collaborate with Account Services teams to align purchases with demand forecasts.
- Review and process Purchase Requisitions into Purchase Orders within SAP.
- Maintain and update Purchase Order delivery dates based on internal supplier feedback.
- Monitor order statuses and address discrepancies with internal teams.
- Communicate effectively with internal suppliers/stakeholders to resolve issues.
- Work with the accounting department to resolve any invoicing discrepancies.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.
- Enter and update the independent demand forecast within SAP.
- Align purchase decisions with import team to confirm all new items are within customs approval process.
- Check Pricing Discrepancies and make appropriate updates to Purchase Orders and SAP master data.
Analytics and Reporting
- Generate and analyze monthly/weekly purchasing metrics from SAP.
- Continuously improve reporting processes based on feedback from internal stakeholders.
- Create new reports to enhance procurement visibility and decision-making.
- Ensure visibility with purchasing decisions to Accounts Services teams and Sales team for each brand.
This position description is intended to provide a summary of the major duties, tasks, and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered an exhaustive listing of all work requirements.
Requirements and Qualifications:
Education, Experience & Knowledge
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Supply Chain preferred.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years relevant experience within supply chain, purchasing and inventory management.
- Industry experience in consumer products is highly desirable.
Skills & Competencies
- Demonstrated ability to use advanced analytical competencies to analyze and leverage data from internal and external sources, and persuasively present findings.
- Possess strong business acumen, strong quantitative analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, and ability to think strategically.
- Collaborative business partner with company leaders and key stake holders, adept at building cross-functional relationships to problem solve and drive business results.
- Excellent planning, project management and organizational skills to effectively manage, track and report on numerous activities and resources simultaneously, while ensuring deliverables are met.
- Demonstrates flexibility/adaptability in changing and challenging situations.
- Ability to deal tactfully with diverse people, situations, and ideas.
- Passionate about continuous improvement optimization.
- Ability to remain poised under pressure or opposition.
Technology
- Familiarity with SAP or other ERP system required.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite with advanced Excel and PowerPoint capabilities.
- Ability to learn new software with ease.
Other
- Ability to work extended hours as business needs warrant; may include nights and weekends.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
