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Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Wallaby Search & PlacementAtlanta, GA, US
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

About the Role

Wallaby Search & Placement is seeking an experienced and driven Purchasing Agent to join Tigris Fulfillment Partners’ rapidly growing team. In this position, you will own the backbone of their supply chain, ensuring inventory levels meet the needs of customers, while maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Reporting directly to the Director of Merchandising, you will also analyze data and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize purchasing processes and drive business growth. The ideal candidate is someone with operations and / or supply-chain experience, who has an eye for process improvement, heavy attention to detail, and is comfortable wearing different hats.

About the Company

Tigris Fulfillment Partners is a privately-held national distributor of kitchen and bath products based in Atlanta, GA. Built on a foundation of integrity and strong partnerships with customers and vendors alike, they serve the nation’s largest big box retailers, e-tailers, and wholesalers.

With the backing of a multi-billion-dollar international investor, Tigris’ team of industry leaders and fresh thinkers is experiencing tremendous growth. Since opening their doors in 2017, they have expanded to serve customers with a fulfillment-center network reaching 90%+ of the U.S. population in 1-2 days, and achieved significant market share in the process.

You Will

  • Work closely with vendors to source and purchase inventory, monitor stock levels, and address operational challenges as they arise
  • Analyze data and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize purchasing processes and drive business growth
  • Navigate vendor relationships and operational hurdles, escalating issues to Account Managers as needed
  • Learn new skills, tools, and best practices each and every day

You Have

  • BA / BS in Business, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or related field (preferred)
  • 0-2 year(s) of experience in business analysis, data science, and / or process improvement
  • An attention to detail and a love for precision and accuracy
  • Proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups)
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with vendors and internal teams
  • Strong teamwork skills with an open mind to always learn new things
  • You’ll Get

  • Competitive base salary (negotiable based on experience)
  • Annual profit sharing bonus based on individual and company performance
  • 401(k) with 100% company match (up to 3% of your base salary)
  • Heavily subsidized medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • A chance to make a big impact at a growing company where you'll have direct access to leadership
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