Retail Procurement Manager (Hybrid) — Oracle Expert

Hottopic; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HotTopic is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement of non-merchandise goods and services supporting its retail stores, DCs, and corporate teams. The role requires vendor management, pricing negotiations, and PO management to ensure on-time, budget-friendly delivery.

Ideal candidates will have strong procurement experience in a multi-location retail environment and familiarity with Oracle accounting/procurement software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, operations, or related field.
• 5+ years in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain, preferably multi-location retail.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle accounting/procurement software.
• Experience managing vendors, purchase orders, pricing, and procurement processes.
• Experience purchasing operational supplies, fixtures, services, or other indirect/non-merchandise categories.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate pricing, costs, bids, and trends.
• Proficiency with Excel and standard business apps.
• Excellent organizational and project-management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven cross-department collaboration across Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, and Store Development/Construction.
• Experience with store fixtures procurement for new stores, remodels, or refreshes.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing for non-merchandise goods, materials, equipment, and services supporting stores and operations.
• Source and purchase commodities and operational supplies for distribution centers and stores.
• Develop sourcing strategies balancing cost, quality, service, and delivery.
• Solicit bids, analyze pricing, and negotiate terms with suppliers.
• Create and manage purchase orders within policy and budget.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate purchasing and standardize products.

Skills

Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Finance/Operations

Tools

Oracle accounting/procurement software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HotTopic is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement of non-merchandise goods and services supporting its retail stores, DCs, and corporate teams. The role requires vendor management, pricing negotiations, and PO management to ensure on-time, budget-friendly delivery.

Ideal candidates will have strong procurement experience in a multi-location retail environment and familiarity with Oracle accounting/procurement software.