Position OverviewTerryberry is looking for an experienced, results focused Buyer to join our Procurement Team. Our ideal candidate is a professional with knowledge of purchasing best practices and product merchandising. We expect you to perform well in a team environment and have exceptional people skills. Responsibilities:- Manage domestic & international vendor relationships, including distributors and brokers.- Manage all aspects of specific categories (SKU assortment, pricing, rebates, discounts).- Support the Custom Awards Team by managing projects, quoting new items, and providing creative ideas- Lead internal collaboration with various departments such as Accounting, Receiving, and Shipping to improve service levels.- Uses analysis and industry information to drive the direction of product offerings in assigned categories by focusing on pricing, assortment, and marketing.- Prepares and executes RFQ’s for goods and services to support on-site manufacturing operations.- Review quotes, negotiate contract terms and award business.- Discover, evaluate and ultimately on-board new vendors.- Maintain and monitor stock levels, forecast order quantities based on inventory and sales information.- Identify slow moving items and develop plans for removal, return, or disposal.- Participates or leads special projects driving efficiencies; vendor performance programs, and attends trade shows.- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required. Skills and Experience- Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain preferred.- 4+ years procurement experience and/or product merchandising.- Negotiation and planning skills.- Financial/analytical acumen.- Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities.- Proven ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Excel- Excellent professional written/verbal communication skills.- Strong degree of self-motivation and initiative.