Strategic Purchasing Manager at Ariat

Ariat is looking for a Strategic Purchasing Manager to drive product assortment and enhance margins. You’ll play a crucial role in aligning product strategies with revenue targets while ensuring cost efficiency. In this role, you will own the decision-making process for product selections across various channels. Strong analytical skills and experience in cross-functional collaboration are essential for effectively managing supply chain risks. You will partner with teams to support product lifecycle management and ensure operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities:

• Drive sales through effective SKU strategy
• Conduct competitor analysis to inform purchases
• Approve purchase orders based on inventory strategies
• Monitor and mitigate supply chain issues
• Ensure operational efficiency in import processes

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related area
• 5–8+ years in retail buying across sales channels
• Excellent negotiation and product intuition
• Advanced spreadsheet analysis skills
• Proven experience with ERP software

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