Chinese jobs in Newmarket, Auckland

Retail Buyer (Furniture Wholesale and Distribution)

Job Summary:

The Retail Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement and inventory of a wide range of furniture products to meet the requirements of local business customers. The role involves receiving orders from local retailers and business clients, sourcing suitable furniture products from suppliers in China, coordinating purchasing and shipments, and managing the receipt, storage and distribution of stock within the warehouse.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Purchasing and Procurement

• Receive and process furniture orders from local retailers and business customers.
• Source a variety of furniture products from manufacturers and suppliers in China based on customer requirements.
• Liaise and negotiate with overseas suppliers regarding product specifications, pricing, quality, availability and delivery schedules.
• Identify new products and suppliers to maintain a competitive and diverse product range.
• Coordinate purchase orders and ensure timely procurement of stock.

2. Supplier and Shipment Coordination

• Maintain regular communication with Chinese suppliers regarding orders, production and dispatch.
• Monitor order progress and coordinate international shipments to ensure timely stock arrivals.
• Follow up on any delays, discrepancies or supplier-related issues.
• Ensure products received are consistent with the specifications and quantities ordered.

3. Inventory and Warehouse Management

• Oversee the receipt, checking and organisation of incoming furniture stock.
• Sort and allocate received stock according to individual customer orders.
• Prepare and organise customer orders for collection by local retailers and business clients.
• Arrange surplus and unallocated stock neatly in the warehouse for future sales.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor stock levels.
• Ensure efficient warehouse space utilisation and proper stock organisation.

4. Customer Order Fulfilment

• Coordinate with local business customers regarding order availability and collection arrangements.
• Ensure ordered furniture items are correctly identified, sorted and ready for customer pickup.
• Manage any stock discrepancies or order-related issues efficiently.
• Maintain good working relationships with retailers and business customers.

5. General Business Operations

• Monitor product demand and identify suitable purchasing opportunities.
• Assist with maintaining an appropriate balance between customer orders and additional warehouse stock.
• Ensure purchasing and inventory activities are conducted efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier and inventory documentation.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong purchasing, sourcing and negotiation skills.
• Good communication and supplier relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of furniture products and wholesale trading.
• Experience in inventory control and warehouse coordination.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple customer orders and purchasing requirements.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in stock management.
• Ability to work independently and manage day-to-day operational responsibilities.

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Travel reimbursement
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Auckland City, Auckland