Remote Purchase Order Specialist - Data & Ops Impact

Designer Brands; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free virtual health care

Family/fertility benefits

401(k) with match

Hybrid and remote work opportunities

Training programs and education assist

Job summary

Designer Brands is hiring a Purchase Order System Specialist (Remote) to support flow of merchandise from vendors to customers. You will coordinate POs with Buying, Planning, Distribution, IT, and vendors, ensuring accuracy and timely progression while maintaining data integrity and SOX compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree, basic EDI/UPC knowledge, and strong Microsoft Office skills. Hybrid/remote work options are available, with emphasis on collaboration and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage creation, maintenance and communication of purchase orders between internal buyers and external vendors.
• Monitor PO activity to ensure timely progression through stages.
• Maintain detailed PO records and clear communication throughout lifecycle.
• Identify and resolve issues impacting PO processing and receipts.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

EDI knowledge

UPC codes knowledge

Job description

Designer Brands is hiring a Purchase Order System Specialist (Remote) to support flow of merchandise from vendors to customers. You will coordinate POs with Buying, Planning, Distribution, IT, and vendors, ensuring accuracy and timely progression while maintaining data integrity and SOX compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree, basic EDI/UPC knowledge, and strong Microsoft Office skills. Hybrid/remote work options are available, with emphasis on collaboration and problem solving.