[Hybrid] International Buyer / Import Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs exp. req.)
Location: near Kansas City, MO | Reading, PA
Salary:  $65,000 - $80,000  +   Bonus + Benefits 
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k w/match, Holidays, PTO
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Full-Time; Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office/week)
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, 40-45 hours/week
Sponsorship is not available

[Hybrid] International Buyer / Import Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs exp. req.) Description

Our client is seeking an International Buyer to join their team at one of their U.S. locations (near Kansas City, MO or in Reading, PA). In this role, you will be responsible for managing the flow and cost of imported products to replenish inventory across multiple sites. Using data-driven analysis and calculated decision-making, you will work to optimize inventory profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring at least 3 years of international buying or import purchasing experience, with a solid understanding of international freight and logistics in supply chain. To be successful, you must be an independent, forward-thinking professional with strong negotiation skills when working with international suppliers. This is a great opportunity to join an organization where your input is valued and your contributions will have an immediate impact on both the success and growth of the company.

[Hybrid] International Buyer / Import Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs exp. req.) Responsibilities

•    Review requisitions and determine optimal purchasing levels for assigned products and suppliers
•    Negotiate contracts, pricing, availability and delivery schedules with international suppliers
•    Determine procurement method and prepare purchase orders or bid requests
•    Coordinate container shipments and manage relationships with 3PL partners
•    Control costs and maintain company margin requirements
•    Research, evaluate, and recommend new supplier options
•    Manage rebate programs and ensure compliance with agreements
•    Determine source and take corrective action to resolve quality issues 
•    Support engineering and sales teams with overseas sourcing needs
•    Monitor and improve supplier performance on inventory turns and fill rates
•    Reduce and manage obsolete inventory across the organization.

[Hybrid] International Buyer / Import Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs exp. req.) Qualifications

•    3+ years of purchasing imported goods/products experience required
•    Understanding of international freight and logistics in supply chain required
•    Buying experience in high volume, fast paced environment required
•    Ability to handle negotiations with international suppliers required
•    Proficient with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas) required