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

Qualifications:

  • 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.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: <10%

Interested applicants, please send your resume to careers@ayannah.com with subject heading "Job Application - <Position>, <Last Name>, <First Name>". Kindly include an introduction/cover letter in your e-mail.