Buying Operations Coordinator Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Buying Operations Coordinator

THE PAPER STORE – 3.3

Acton, MA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$39.6K – $53K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Warehouse management system Microsoft Office Bachelor’s degree Business Administration Process management Entry level Full Job Description TPS Group Holdings, a family of brands including The Paper Store and Uncharted, is dedicated to creating destinations that inspire, delight, and surprise. Our mission is to connect with every customer through carefully chosen products, immersive shopping experiences, and service that goes the extra mile. Buying Operations Coordinator TPS is seeking a strategically minded Buying Operations Coordinator to support the buying department with cross-functional liaison work. This role is critical in executing and defining processes to improve business operations within the buying department. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the life cycle of a PO, vendor negotiations, and inventory management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Be a TPS brand ambassador Execute tactical SOPs with flexibility to evolving processes while feeling empowered to surface opportunities or risks in existing processes Process creation and documentation with potential to be lead subject matter expert (SME) resulting in standardization of tasks across functions while considering exception management Participate in end-to-end purchase order and item set up processes from a lens of driving operational efficiencies, improving data accuracy and KPI improvements Create and deliver polished presentations that clearly communicate key initiatives and support informed decision-making and smooth processes across the organization Identify operational inefficiencies or edge cases, investigate impact and support resolutions Support Buyer/ Vendor Relationships by acting as a liaison for vendor communications Cross functional partnerships with warehouse team, E-Commerce, Accounts Payable, Planning & Allocation and more to resolve PO and inventory flow concerns Track projects and their impact overtime in an organized and digestible way Self-starter with curiosity to explore new tools, drive to improve processes, and learn from results Complete all other tasks assigned by management within the allotted time frames

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Merchandising, or related field 1+ year experience preferred A team player attitude, including the willingness to pivot as business or process needs change and willingness to assist others to meet deadlines Self-motivated explorer with independent problem-solving skills Proficiency in data tools such as Excel, Microsoft Suite and Power Point and process management tools Experience with system applications such as ERP, Allocation & Replenishment, WMS, etc. Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Ability to work 4+ days/week at the Corporate Office in Acton, MA Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, and appearance TPS Group Holdings is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other This is a 40-hour, hourly non-exempt position based in our Acton, MA office. After the training period is complete, the schedule will include four days in-office and one remote day per week.