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Sr Buyer

Irving, TX

Job Description

With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and 84,000 stores globally, it is no wonder 7-Eleven, Inc. has been named an iconic brand. In addition to 7-Eleven stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. also operates and franchises Speedway, Stripes, Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost locations.

Since inventing the convenience industry in 1927, 7-Eleven has built a rich 96-year history filled with beloved products like Slurpee, Big Gulp and Big Bite, and fan-favorite holidays like Slurpee Day and Bring Your Own Cup Day.

Now, 7-Eleven is on a mission to contemporize the brand and redefine convenience - and we need your help.

*** This position is an onsite role Irving, TX or Enon, OH****

About This Opportunity

As the Senior Buyer, you will drive improved spend and quality performance by sourcing store equipment and related services for the Operations, Construction, Facilities, and Category teams. This will include negotiations, bidding, and the creation and approval of contracts and purchase order requests.

  • Manage equipment suppliers based on 7-Eleven specifications and requirements.
  • Source equipment suppliers and negotiate contracts based on annual purchase volume.
  • Extract and leverage purchase order data and reporting to effectively drive supplier negotiations.
  • Oversee 3rd party equipment consolidator, tracking inventory against annual usage.
  • Provide general equipment and related services management support to Operations, Construction, Facilities, and Category Managers.
  • Interview potential suppliers and determine if they are qualified to produce and/or supply products or services. Includes a review of supplier's production capability, resources, ability to meet deadlines, and financial background.
  • Work with supplier during testing of the product or service. Coordinates and communicates company recommendations and revisions for the product or service.
  • Ability to coordinate with cross - functional teams in a fast paced rapidly growing business and industry.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to all levels of internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's 4 Year Degree
  • 2-4 Years Relevant Work Experience
  • Experience in Equipment related Procurement or Strategic Sourcing a plus.
  • Proven negotiation experience and skills required.
  • MS Office (Excel, Outlook, etc) experience and skills required.
  • Experience in an ERP driven sourcing environment required.
  • Experience with Oracle Purchasing and/or SAP is a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills, understanding of legal aspects, negotiating skills, purchasing terminology, cost analysis, and government regulations (EPA, UL, NSF, etc.)

If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in the US for the position, please visit this link.

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With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and 84,000 stores globally, it is no wonder 7-Eleven, Inc. has been named an iconic brand. In addition to 7-Eleven stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. also operates and franchises Speedway, Stripes, Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost locations.

Since inventing the convenience industry in 1927, 7-Eleven has built a rich 96-year history filled with beloved products like Slurpee, Big Gulp and Big Bite, and fan-favorite holidays like Slurpee Day and Bring Your Own Cup Day.

Now, 7-Eleven is on a mission to contemporize the brand and redefine convenience - and we need your help.

*** This position is an onsite role Irving, TX or Enon, OH****

About This Opportunity

As the Senior Buyer, you will drive improved spend and quality performance by sourcing store equipment and related services for the Operations, Construction, Facilities, and Category teams. This will include negotiations, bidding, and the creation and approval of contracts and purchase order requests.

  • Manage equipment suppliers based on 7-Eleven specifications and requirements.
  • Source equipment suppliers and negotiate contracts based on annual purchase volume.
  • Extract and leverage purchase order data and reporting to effectively drive supplier negotiations.
  • Oversee 3rd party equipment consolidator, tracking inventory against annual usage.
  • Provide general equipment and related services management support to Operations, Construction, Facilities, and Category Managers.
  • Interview potential suppliers and determine if they are qualified to produce and/or supply products or services. Includes a review of supplier's production capability, resources, ability to meet deadlines, and financial background.
  • Work with supplier during testing of the product or service. Coordinates and communicates company recommendations and revisions for the product or service.
  • Ability to coordinate with cross - functional teams in a fast paced rapidly growing business and industry.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to all levels of internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's 4 Year Degree
  • 2-4 Years Relevant Work Experience
  • Experience in Equipment related Procurement or Strategic Sourcing a plus.
  • Proven negotiation experience and skills required.
  • MS Office (Excel, Outlook, etc) experience and skills required.
  • Experience in an ERP driven sourcing environment required.
  • Experience with Oracle Purchasing and/or SAP is a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills, understanding of legal aspects, negotiating skills, purchasing terminology, cost analysis, and government regulations (EPA, UL, NSF, etc.)

If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in the US for the position, please visit this link.

PDN-9dec90d8-eff9-474d-ae4d-12d755879b5e

About 7-Eleven

7-Eleven Inc. is an American international chain of convenience stores, headquartered in Dallas, Texas. The chain was founded in 1927 as an ice house storefront in Dallas. It was named Tote'm Stores between 1928 and 1946.

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