Buyer - Apparel

Taylor Corporation
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Deerfield Beach
321 Goolsby Boulevard (Show on map)
May 27, 2025
Let Us Power Your Potential Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future - and your career. We power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you're ready for something bigger - more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth - we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for people like you. Ready to reach your potential? It's time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity: Taylor Corporation is looking for a Buyer to support our apparel line of business. Your Responsibilities: Identifying potential suppliers and vendors of apparel products that meet specific needs and budgets. Work closely with the apparel category manager to enable and identify better buying process and to support the apparel strategy across channels. Working with suppliers to negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and quality standards. Preparing purchase orders, tracking shipments, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Staying informed about current trends and competitor activities to identify appropriate product offerings in tandem with the apparel strategy. Monitoring stock levels, anticipating demand, and adjusting orders as needed. Adhering to predetermined budgets and ensuring cost-effectiveness in all purchasing decisions. Work with our freight forwarders & overseas vendors to optimize international logistics and shipment scheduling. Cultivating strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure smooth operations and future collaboration. Ensuring that purchased products meet the required quality standards and specifications. Analyzing sales data, inventory performance, and supplier performance to provide insights and inform future purchasing strategies. May assist in developing promotional materials or campaigns that utilize the purchased apparel. Work with Finance & corporate AP team to ensure payments to vendors are executed on-time & in-accordance to SOPs and credit agreements. Maintain a high level of integrity, transparency and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. You Must Have: 5+ years of experience in a purchaser/buyer role 3+ years of experience in the apparel industry Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Excellent organizational skills Effective communication skills Negotiation skills Experience using procurement software and databases Ability to work independently and in a team is critical Research and analytical skills Interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail Wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected We Would Also Prefer: Bachelor's Degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $80k - $105k. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation's total compensation and benefits package for employee. About Taylor Corporation One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services, and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services, and expertise for individuals, businesses, and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing, and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.