Procurement Specialist

Creative Co-Op, Inc. () is a leading importer and distributor of gift and home decorative accessories. We work with over 15,000 boutique specialty stores in North America, Fortune 500 national retailers and major eCommerce partners. Headquartered in Memphis, TN the company has hundreds of employees globally with offices and showrooms in Portland, Atlanta, Dallas, Las Vegas, and China.

Creative Co-Op is the cornerstone division of Regent Holding Company, whose global brands also include Illume () based in Minneapolis, MN, and Bloomingville () based in Ikast, Denmark. Regent’s growth is backed by Freeman Spogli & Co. (), a leading private equity firm dedicated to investing in the consumer and distribution sectors.

We are looking for dedicated, high-energy creative individuals who want to join an industry leader undergoing rapid growth and expansion. We look for people who embody an entrepreneurial spirit and are drawn to our Core Values:

· Think First – We validate gut instincts with facts.

· Act The Right Way – Our integrity has been built over decades and can be lost in seconds.

· Care About More Than Yourself – We are passionate. We show that passion through a fierce commitment to our customers and colleagues.

· Embrace Evolution – We are hungry for improvement and never satisfied with the status quo.

Responsible for all aspects of item and vendor set up. Responsible for issuance and accuracy of all Purchase Orders. Responsible for tracking Purchase Orders from production until warehouse receiving. Ability to work in a fluid and fast-paced environment.

• Responsible for a set number of items for new item setup. This includes maintaining accurate product information such as cost, pricing, duty rate (HS Codes), measurements, etc through a thorough review of the quotes.
• Responsible for maintaining vendor files which includes contact information, payment terms, etc.
• Responsible for issuing PO’s to vendors with data provided by the demand planning team.
• Responsible for regular PO follow-up and updating of expected delivery dates. Working closely with vendors to ensure the timely delivery of goods is imperative.
• Work closely with the planning team to address PO price and quantity discrepancies.
• Work with agents and customs brokers to ensure smooth inbound of containers and trucks by addressing any container, invoicing, customs clearance questions related to HS Codes, compliance documentation (ex. TCSA, LACEY, FDA, Fish & Wildlife, etc.).
• Ensure timely creation of containers into ERP and creation vendor payables / vouching.
• Address and reconcile shortages and overages, file vendor chargebacks, and communicate any advance payments.
• Participate in new item quality control to ensure new items are boxed and labeled correctly.
• Interact with a variety of cross-functional teams including Sales, Product Development, Catalog, Planning, Receiving, and Accounts Payables.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics or other related field
• 3-5 years experience in Purchasing and/or Logistics

• Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills.
• Seeking a candidate with the ability to work in a dynamic cross-functional environment.
• Professional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Home Décor and Textile background a plus
• Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills.