Sourcing Specialist

Job Title: Purchasing Manager (Part-Time)

Location: Local Hybrid (Mostly In-Office)

Employment Type: Part-Time (3 Days a Week – Flexible Schedule, Potential for Full-Time)

Hourly Rate: $22/hour

Job Type: 1099 Contractor

About Us:

As a growing company in the staging/design and e-commerce space, we are looking for a

skilled and dedicated Purchasing Manager to help streamline and manage our procurement and

vendor processes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to both our staging and

e-commerce development, with the potential to grow into a full-time position as our e-commerce

division expands.

Job Overview:

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for managing the entire purchasing and expediting

process, ensuring timely and efficient procurement of products and materials needed for our

staging/design services and e-commerce offerings. The role involves placing orders, keen

attention to detail, building strong supplier relationships, sourcing products, and handling

logistics. This is a part-time position, offering flexibility, but will require in-office presence on a

regular basis in order to be effective.

Key Responsibilities:

● Expediting & Procurement Process:

Oversee and manage the end-to-end procurement process, including placing

orders, handling claims or returns, expediting orders, and vendor relations.

Order samples and create purchase orders (POs)

Maintain and update delivery schedules to ensure timely deliveries.

● Supplier Relations & Sourcing:

Research and evaluate potential vendors and products based on project needs.

Source products by researching pricing options and comparing different vendors.

Negotiate vendor terms and pricing

Work closely with manufacturers to source materials through trade and system

sourcing methods.

●Sample Library Management:

Organize and maintain the sample library, ensuring it is up-to-date and

accessible for design and staging needs.

●Logistics & Import/Export:

Strong knowledge of import/export logistics is preferable to ensure smooth

coordination of shipments and deliveries.

Qualifications:

●Strong vendor relations and sourcing skills.

●Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

●Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining efficiency.

●Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or other project management software.

●Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

●Familiarity with e-commerce and staging/design processes is a plus.

●Knowledge of import/export logistics is a plus.

●Proven experience in interior design purchasing, expediting and supply chain

management.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or other project management software.

Schedule & Compensation:

●Part-time, 3 days a week (Flexible schedule, could be Mon, Wed, Fri).

●Hourly rate of $22/hour.

●This is a 1099 contractor position.

As our e-commerce business grows, this role may transition into a full-time position.

How to Apply:

If you're a proactive and detail-oriented professional with experience in procurement, logistics,

and supplier management, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief

cover letter outlining your experience and in