About this opportunity
Magnolia lists this Purchase Order Analyst opportunity in waco, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Purchase Order AnalystAt Magnolia, the Purchase Order Analyst is responsible for purchase order placement, accurate order tracking, and effective communication between vendors, product managers, and internal stakeholders. This position ensures purchase order details align with revenue goals, target inventory levels, and efficient deliveries to distribution centers to best meet marketplace demand. This position works from Magnolia Headquarters in Waco, Texas. It reports to the Marketplace Operations Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesUphold Magnolia's manifesto and valuesWrite and maintain purchase orders to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies, target inventory levels, seasonal product requirements, and distribution requirements.Update purchase order arrival dates to reflect current vendor timelines and logistics updates.Communicate delivery performance to stakeholders, highlighting risks, delays, or opportunities for improvement.Collaborate with product managers and distribution centers to align orders with product requirements and inventory needs.Manage the purchase order change approval process, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of modifications and report on compliance issues.Monitor vendor chargeback opportunities and resolve discrepancies with vendors, compliance analyst, and finance teams.Prevent future delays by performing root cause analysis on lateness and implementing corrective actions.Utilize strong communication skills and maintain a professional relationship with other areas of the company as well as suppliers, vendors, and logistics companiesPerform other duties as assignedQualificationsHard skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Structured Query Language (SQL), relational databases, and ERP systems required.Soft skills: Strong verbal communication, mathematical, and analytical skills; strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and passion for efficiency preferred.Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.Experience: 2+ years of related work experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing operations preferred OR an equivalent combination of education and experience requiredGeneral availability: Must be available to work occasional weekends as business needs requirePhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Worksite address
waco, TX, 76710, US
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