Job Description

We're hiring! Deny Designs is a modern, think-outside-the-box home furnishings brand fueling the obsession for expression with curated home statement pieces supporting artists worldwide. We are looking for a Procurement Manager to help spearhead the sourcing and procurement process. A big vision calls for a big job.  As we grow, our need for a Procurement Manager grows with us. Leaf Group is a house of digital brands, creating and cultivating digital-first companies in growing lifestyle categories, including Fitness & Wellness, Art & Design and Publishing. Our media and marketplace brands are authentic and authoritative, reaching a large and growing passionate, creative audience.  We work in a fun, collaborative environment that is diverse, adventurous, and open-minded. We look for proactive, accountable people focused on continuous learning and growth to push themselves and our businesses forward. Check us out here: https://www.leafgroup.com/brands/ YOU'LL REPORT TO: GM & VP, SALES A TYPICAL DAY AS A PROCUREMENT MANAGER MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Developing procurement processes and strategies that are inventive and cost effective
• Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers and vendors both domestic and international
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms
• Reviewing existing contracts, terms and pricing with suppliers and vendors to ensure on going feasibility and efficiency
• Validate invoices against purchase orders
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Working with our inventory clerk to evaluate inventory levels, delivers and defective goods
• Creating, placing, and monitoring purchase orders
• Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term savings
• Implementing and managing an inventory management system
• Creating and preparing procurement reports
• Forecasting demand to evaluate inventory risks

YOU'LL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU ARE ORGANIZED, A PROBLEM SOLVER AND HAVE STRONG RELATIONSHIP BUILDING SKILLS.  WHAT YOU HAVE:

• 5+ years in supply chain management, logistics or business administration
• Proven experience managing supply chain operations
• Experience using Sage MAS 200
• Excellent MS Excel skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing and negotiation terms
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• High organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Not afraid to wear multiple hats - no job being too small or too large.
• We're casual and informal but we work hard and work responsibly. Personal accountability goes a long way. We believe we are the change.

WHAT WE HAVE:

• eHow is the 2019 & 2020 People's Choice and official Webby Winner for Social Video/How To-DIY 
• Well+Good is the 2019 People's Choice winner of the Webby's Award for Best Lifestyle Brand
• Leaf Group is among TalentDesk's 2019 Best Companies To Work For
• Leaf Group is among the 2019 Built In LA Best Companies To Work For
• Leaf Group is among Comparably's 2018 Best Companies in Los Angeles
• Well+Good is the 2018 winner of Fast Company's Most Innovative Company Award
• MyPlate is the 2018 winner of the Webby Award for Best Design
• Winner of the 2017 Best Company for Diversity award Comparably
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages (i.e., Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401K)
• Discounted gym memberships
• Paid-to-play vacation rewards
• Discretionary unlimited vacation time
• Employee discounts for Saatchi Art, Society6, and Deny Designs

Leaf Group, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law. It is the intent of the Company to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local legislation concerning equal opportunity in employment. AGENCY DISCLOSURE: If the Leaf Group Talent Acquisition department, or any current company employee, receives an unsolicited resume from a third party recruiting agency and Leaf Group does not have a signed Agency Agreement active, Leaf Group will not be deemed liable to pay a placement fee. The unsolicited resume will be considered a gift and can be considered for our recruitment efforts.