Inventory Buyer

By | July 7, 2025

Inventory Buyer

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Cranston, RI, US

Professional (Other)

Bachelors Degree

Full Time, Direct Hire

$70-80k

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Retail

First Shift (Day)

Cranston, RI, US

$70-80k

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Direct Hire

Retail

On-site

Professional (Other)

Bachelors Degree

First Shift (Day)

Apply Now Applied

Job details

Inventory Buyer
Cranston, RI
Direct Hire
$70-80k

*Hybrid position: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote per week
*Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:30pm
*Annual bonus potential

Kelly is seeking an Inventory Buyer to work for our client, a specialty retailer with over 70 years of success, on a direct hire basis. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and technical skills, a keen business sense, and a passion for consumer products.

The Inventory Buyer will:

  • Report to the Senior Director of Supply Chain

  • Forecast sales at the SKU and channel using demand planning software (Tagetik) and issue purchase orders to vendors

  • Achieve inventory KPIs, including turnover and in-stock levels, for approximately 5,000 SKUs

  • Develop and strengthen vendor partnerships by managing and negotiating projection updates, discounts, compliance, and handling order releases, cancellations, and prioritizing shipment needs

  • Actively manage on-hand inventory and open orders to address overstock situations, including identifying and disposing of excess merchandise

  • Collaborate with Marketing and Merchandising to maximize inventory utilization in marketing campaigns, new product introductions, and other strategic initiatives

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • 3+ years of related experience

  • Preferred experience in direct-to-consumer and multi-channel purchasing/inventory planning

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel

  • Ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines independently, and make informed decisions quickly

  • Team player with a customer-focused approach, both internally and externally

Perks & Benefits:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401k with a Match

  • Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA

  • Life Insurance

  • Home & Auto Insurance

  • Pet Insurance

  • Vacation Time & Sick Time

  • Summer Hours

  • Employee Discount

  • Growth & Development

  • Giving Back

Interviews are happening now! If qualified and interested, please apply to this posting ASAP or directly send your resume to SARP028@kellyservices.com.

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