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We are looking for an experienced Procurement/Buying Specialist to join our client's team in the Woodbridge, New Jersey area. This role requires a strategic thinker who can analyze market trends and historical sales data to anticipate future demand. If you have a background in sourcing, negotiation, and working with fitness equipment or e-commerce platforms, this opportunity could be a great fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research to analyze historical sales data and forecast product demand effectively.

• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms for fitness equipment and related products.

• Source products both domestically and internationally, ensuring quality and availability align with business needs.

• Manage procurement for various platforms, including e-commerce sites such as Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and company websites.

• Utilize advanced Excel skills for reporting and data analysis to support purchasing decisions.

• Generate and interpret reports using Power BI to provide actionable insights to the procurement team.

• Collaborate with fitness clubs and wholesale clients to fulfill their equipment needs efficiently.

• Maintain strong margins and a business-focused approach to achieve profitability goals.

• Participate in training to master internal procurement systems and tools.

• Adapt to seasonal demands, including occasional weekend work during peak periods.

Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or buying, preferably within the fitness or e-commerce industries.

• Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to secure favorable terms and pricing.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

• Familiarity with Power BI or similar reporting tools is highly desirable.

• Ability to analyze market trends and historical data to forecast product demand accurately.

• Experience sourcing products both domestically and internationally.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple procurement channels.

• Business acumen with a focus on profit margins and cost management.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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