2 jobs found in aliso viejo

Job Summary and Primary Responsibilities The Associate Buyer role manages activities related to the procurement and acquisition of materials and services to support the company plan at optimum cost, quality and delivery. These activities include: purchase order management, sourcing, contract negotiations, spend analysis, and supplier performance management. Works with engineers and/or suppliers to identify and implement alternative manufacturing sources and cost reductions. Utilizes ERP and other analysis tools to compile material procurement plans and provide forecasts to suppliers. Leverages enterprise tools and systems to drive continuous improvement techniques, identify and complete key procurement initiatives, and enhance the performance of the purchasing function. Reviews, administers and manages purchase orders and delivery commitments to designated suppliers as necessary to support the company plan Leverages best practice supplier selection techniques to identify...

Job Description : Looking for an experienced category manager who is skilled in both the tactical and strategic elements of building retailer relationships. This role will be responsible for partnering to build Spirits category strategy and providing recommendations to various retailers through a fact-based approach: category assessment, consumer insights, assortment optimization, promotional planning and evaluation, shopper loyalty data, and some planogram development, etc. Additionally, the role will provide channel level insights for the grocery channel. Complexity Strong understanding of the business, financials, products and services, markets and the needs of the target regional customers and grocery channel; become recognized as an expert in the Spirits category. Complexity is high and flexibility is critical in a dynamic fast-paced environment (very SKU intensive category). Role requires significant level of collaboration with with multiple stakeholders, both...