Hybrid Strategic Buyer - Supply Chain & Sourcing

Freedom Living co.; Westerville (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC. in Ohio seeks a Buyer to manage direct and indirect spend, secure materials, and support multi-channel operations across gourmet gifts.

You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure on-time delivery and cost control. This role partners with Operations, Merchandising, and Finance, analyzes market trends, and drives inventory optimization and BOM cost accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience with direct/indirect spend and sourcing.
• ERP proficiency and supplier assessment knowledge.
• Food industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and conduct RFIs/RFPs for sourcing.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies for spend categories.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term contracts.
• Ensure on-time delivery and cost-controlled BOMs.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Production, and Finance.

Skills

Excel

Negotiation

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply chain management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC. in Ohio seeks a Buyer to manage direct and indirect spend, secure materials, and support multi-channel operations across gourmet gifts.

You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure on-time delivery and cost control. This role partners with Operations, Merchandising, and Finance, analyzes market trends, and drives inventory optimization and BOM cost accuracy.