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Specialist, Purchasing - 11215 Metro Pkwy

Employer
Chico's
Location
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
Closing date
13 Nov 2021

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With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This position is responsiblefor the procurement of Non-Merch and Wholesale; supporting and guiding internal customers in the selection of appropriate products and services that meet requirements;organizing and maintaining accurate and complete records; and adherence toprocurement policies, processes & procedures.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Prepares and issues purchase orders from purchase requests.
  • Researches requested products and services; interacts with internal and external customers responding to requests.
  • Sources, solicits proposals and conducts competitive bids.
  • Confers with vendors to confirm or obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery information.
  • Analyzes proposals and other data and information to determine reasonable prices.
  • Evaluates vendors for the purpose of determining their capability for performing to established specifications.
  • Negotiates best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.
  • Confirms orders with vendors and internal customers, and follows through to assure timely, accurate and complete deliveries; resolves discrepancies, manages returns and exchanges as required.
  • Maintains and produces documentations of requisitions, purchase orders, quotes, supplies and product specifications, pricing, units of measure, performance terms, contracts, suppliers, manufacturers and other pertinent information.
  • Reconciles invoices to receivers and purchase orders, resolving any issues with vendors to ensure invoices submitted for payment are accurate. Maintains bid lists, vendor files and records, and prepares bid specifications.
  • Evaluates and monitors contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes.
  • Establishes effective relationships with other departments to achieve desired results; leverages relationships with internal and external business partners to drive organizational vision & strategy.
  • Identifies and implements process improvements to maximize efficiencies and improve service.
  • Provides and maintains reporting on department data and reviews for accuracy.
  • Collaborates with team members to refine and improve reporting as necessary.
  • Other general administration functions as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or GED required: Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
  • 3+ years procurement experience
  • Experience with technology procurement preferred
  • Experience with data collection and reporting preferred
  • Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques of purchasing
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong customer service skills; team oriented
  • Ability to multi-task gracefully and adapt to changing conditions in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal and external customers in a pleasant, courteous and efficient manner
  • Expertise to work effectively with detailed financial data at a high degree of accuracy
  • Project and maintain a professional appearance and behavior consistently


    Chico's FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

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