Purchasing Associate, Maternity Cover

About the Team

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Purchasing Associate plays a key role to improve Topps’ overall cost and pricing activities. This position is expected to support all areas of purchasing including, cost estimating/forecasting, analyzing vendor quotation, managing raw material inventory and PO and invoicing process.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost estimation analysis to Brand Managers and Finance based on historical cost and cost matrix established with vendors
• Maintain final manufacturing cost for all projects
• Provide RFQ process support and analysis to the Pre-production and Production leadership teams.
• Track spend by supplier and categories
• Raw material inventory management to minimise wastage/maximise usage
• Strong link to the finance function to ensure accurate recording of all cost-based information in the accounting records and forecasting process
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiencies by working with suppliers, comparing SKUs across suppliers and recommending reconfigurations of product/packaging

Skills and Experience Required

• Bachelor or associate degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or other relevant degree required.
• 4+ years of experience in planning, purchasing or financial analysis
• Experience with an ERP system preferred
• Hands-on experience managing purchasing or forecasting in a previous role
• Strong team player, with analytical mindset and the ability to work independently.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook required.
• Previous professional experience with printing industry or consumer goods are a plus

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. 

Subject to applicable laws, Fanatics Collectibles may choose to run a background check. 

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