Buyer II

In this remote position as a Buyer with the GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO team, you will play a key role in successfully supporting our academic library customers in building their collection of both print and digital books.  You will be relied on for your expertise and to help the team ensure a thorough and consistent flow of appropriate content through our processes. 

This remote position is U.S.-based only (excluding U.S. territories).

• Ensure complete coverage of frontlist and forthcoming titles for Approval Publishers as part of GOBI’s Approval Plan Service
• Build, maintain, and apply critical technical knowledge of operations and systems
• Effectively use and apply skills with data tools to support business needs
• Support contract labor team through training, mentorship, and auditing
• Build and maintain relationships with external suppliers (publishers)
• Understand and monitor the business landscape for new content of interest to our customer base that could supplement approval plan coverage
• Review sales performance of publishers and support updating vendors included in GOBI’s Approval Plan Service
• Monitor publisher-related changes such as distribution, location, business status, etc. and take action to incorporate in GOBI’s system

Your Team

You will be welcomed as a member of the Book Purchasing and Order Management Team (a team of about 10 people) and the larger Operations organization. Our team enjoys the flexibility and greater work-life balance working remotely offers. There will be ample resources, tools, training, and support to ensure your success as a Buyer and your development and career growth at EIS.

• 2+ years’ experience in operations, purchasing, order management or similar
• Solid communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience working with external partners
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Access and Excel

What sets you apart

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with the Bookselling or Publishing industry
• Experience with Workflow Management Systems
• Drive for continuous improvement, self-managing, and ability to implement change
• Record of success applying technology toward process improvements, purchasing & order fulfillment, or similar business applications
• Participation in quality control and auditing