Purchasing Manager

**Company Overview**

GreenTee Golf is a leading name in the sporting goods industry, dedicated to providing top-notch golf equipment and exceptional customer service. Our mission is to foster a love for golf while ensuring our customers receive expert advice and support.

**Position Overview**

The **Purchasing Manager** is responsible for overseeing the procurement and inventory management of both **soft line** (apparel, gloves, shoes, accessories) and **hard line** (clubs, balls, equipment, fixtures, maintenance supplies) products across all golf retail and operational departments. This role ensures the company maintains an optimal product mix that supports profitability, brand alignment, and customer satisfaction.

**Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement & Product Planning**
- Develop purchasing strategies for soft and hard line products that align with sales forecasts, member preferences, and seasonal golf trends.
- Source and select vendors for golf retail, maintenance, and operational supplies, ensuring quality, reliability, and competitive pricing.
- Manage the purchasing calendar and coordinate product launches, promotions, and restocks with retail and marketing teams.
- Conduct market research to identify new product opportunities, emerging brands, and innovations in golf equipment or apparel.

**Vendor & Supplier Management**
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with major golf brands and distributors (e.g., Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping,etc.).
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to maximize profitability and operational efficiency.
- Evaluate supplier performance quarterly based on delivery timelines, product quality, and support responsiveness.
- Coordinate international and domestic shipments, ensuring compliance with import/export regulations when applicable.

**Inventory & Cost Control**
- Monitor stock levels using inventory management systems to ensure optimal product availability without overstocking.
- Oversee purchase order creation, approval, and tracking to maintain cost control and cash flow balance.
- Collaborate with the accounting team to reconcile invoices, returns, and vendor credits.
- Analyze sales performance data to adjust purchasing decisions for upcoming seasons.

**Team & Process Management**
- Supervise and mentor purchasing coordinators or retail assistants involved in product ordering and inventory control.
- Standardize purchasing procedures and maintain organized records for audit and financial reporting purposes.
- Work closely with operations, finance, and retail teams to streamline procurement processes and vendor payments.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience (2+ years) in a purchasing or procurement management role,preferably within retail or consumer goods, with exposure to both hardline and softline categories.
- Demonstrated expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and supply chain optimization.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
- In-depth knowledge of the golf equipment and apparel market is highly desirable.
- Ability to work strategically and operationally in a fast-paced environment.

Pay: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

**Experience**:

- golf retail: 2 years (required)

**Language**:

- Korean (preferred)

Work Location: In person