Wine & Spirits Buyer — Global Sourcing & Inventory

Walsh Employment; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A growing wine and spirits company is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their merchandising team in Illinois. The role involves managing procurement, supplier negotiations, and inventory planning within a fast-paced environment. Key qualifications include 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a buying or planning related position.
• Proficiency in supplier negotiation and managing vendor relationships.
• Strong attention to detail in reporting and catalogue maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Managing purchasing aligned to a bi‑annual forecasting and distribution schedule.
• Maintaining up‑to‑date inventory reports and conducting regular analysis.
• Sourcing and managing communications with domestic and international suppliers.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

ERP systems (NetSuite)

Microsoft Excel

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or procurement

Job description

A growing wine and spirits company is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their merchandising team in Illinois. The role involves managing procurement, supplier negotiations, and inventory planning within a fast-paced environment. Key qualifications include 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k).