Import Buyer

5 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Bensussen Deutsch & Associates Full time

Most companies claim to have the best people. We say to them, "Keep dreaming." Our people are second to none. They set us apart with their entrepreneurial spirit and ambition. They come to us from the likes of Amazon, Microsoft, Nordstrom, Starbucks and the sports world, bringing energy, bold ideas and a willingness to dive into the unfamiliar. It's our people that make BDA the top global Merchandise Agency to work for.

Manage portfolio of critical orders and execute them on time, on quality, and on budget.

Improve existing, and establish new processes and documentation to efficiently manage the following key areas of responsibility:

Work collaboratively with teams in the US and China

Develop and maintain strong, collaborative partnerships with internal clients and other departments

Project Management

Work with internal and external clients to manage strategic and tactical aspects of key projects: SOW, scope, issues/risks, schedule, estimates, budget, quality, communication, team and client relationships on a daily basis

Set up and participate in project kick-off, status, and review meetings

Ensure project requirements are clearly scoped, communicated and delivered

Establish work plans for key projects to include contributing stakeholders, inter-departmental work groups, and Creative Services teams

Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Ensure projects are completed within budget and on time

Ensure that all work maintains the high quality standards demanded by BDA and its clients

Close, bill, and report on key projects

Additional duties as assigned by Manager

Any travel involved? Limited, as needed for client meetings, vendor management and select eventsAny financial/budgetary responsibility? YesStrategic planning responsibilities? YesNumber of staff reporting to this position: 0 – potential in future

Experience Requirements

BA degree with business experience in manufacturing, project management or related field

5 years of purchasing, project, logistics, materials, production,

Resource, and vendor management experience working with Chinese factories

Strong Negotiation skills

Exception Customer Service Skills with the ability to determine both internal and external customer needs.

Strong understanding of cost drivers including manufacturing, materials, labor, duty and shipping rates.

Job Skills & Traits

Project management experience with scope, schedule, budget, and resource tracking

Excellent problem solving skills

Experience in a fast-paced creative environment

Bobble/toy/action figure experience (poly resin) highly valued

Able to manage to a balance between productivity and quality

Experience working with and managing external vendors

Expert use of MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Solid organizational, time-management, negotiating, presentation, communication, and writing skills

Ability to work closely and effectively with other members of sales, purchasing, product development groups and clients

Maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with co-workers and clients.

Promote high level of customer service to ensure smooth operations and satisfied internal partners/clients

Promote positive image

Maintain exceptional attendance and punctuality

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure

Job Type: Full-time

BDA is more than a workplace - it’s a family. For more than three decades we’ve promoted a vibrant and welcoming culture that not only accepts but demands you to be different. The quirky, the bold, the creative and the unique make up the foundation of a company that the most iconic brands in the world look to help tell their story through the power of merchandise.

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