Purchasing Administration Specialist

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The Purchasing Administration Specialist is primarily responsible for managing the purchasing processes to the assigned categories to optimize sales and margin goals by managing contracts, category product planning and execution, and inventory management (including RMA and virtual fulfillment inventory management).

About Newegg

Founded in 2001, Newegg began selling PC components and helped popularize the PC-building movement. In doing so, we developed a cult following among PC and DIY enthusiasts. Since then, Newegg Inc. became the leading tech-focused e-retailer in North America, with a global reach in Europe, South America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Today, millions of customers turn to Newegg to shop for the latest PC components, consumer electronics, smart home and gaming products. Newegg is consistently ranked as one of the best online shopping destinations, and the company regularly earns industry-leading customer service ratings.

Our core values guide our entrepreneurial spirit. We recognize performance and support new ideas, and empower individuals to take ownership of their work while creating something unique. As an employee, Newegg offers medical, dental, and vision benefits day-1, 401k matching, pet insurance, and other excellent perks.

• Responsible for accomplishing timely inventory replenishment and purchase order review.
• Work closely with category leader(s) and merchandisers to arrange strategy buys to meet the category promotion schedules.
• In charge of the inventory management of the assigned categories), including aging inventory management, in-stock item activation, out-of-stock control, pre-order and open box inventory management.
• Accountable for utilizing Newegg's Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) for virtual fulfillment (VF), identifying opportunities for product selection expansion, and coordinating marketplace.
• Gather and analyze product return information to better improve product assortment for attaining the best customer shopping experience, control RMA rate, liquidation rate, and improve vendor return policy.
• Responsible for vendor relationship maintains, follow up vendor agreements, and collaborate with other departments (ex. Finance, Logistics, RMA, etc.) to resolve pending issues

• Must possess a High School diploma or GED; Bachelor's Degree in a related field is preferred
• 3 or more years of experience in Procurement or Purchasing is required
• Knowledge of the principles and practices in Purchasing
• Must be proficient in Excel, SQL and data analysis.
• Must have excellent communication, time management and problem solving skills.
• Must be self-directed, proactive, fast learner and able to work independently while also being comfortable with contributing in a team environment
• Able to operate equipment, vehicles, tools, machinery and materials required
• Language Skills - Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend English. Ability to speak Chinese (Mandarin) is a plus

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Mental Functions: Decisions generally affect own job or specific functional area. This position performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to supervisor's guidelines.

Physical Functions: Regular use of the telephone and email for company communication is essential.

Work Environment : This job is performed indoors in a traditional office setting. Activities include extensive periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer monitor.

Equipment Used : No heavy lifting is expected. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines.

Language Skills : Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend English. Bilingual in Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) is a plus.

Travel Requirements : Travel is not required for this role. #LI-MV2