Buyer

Description We are looking for a Sr. Buyer with a mix of dynamic, creative abilities such as identifying current trends and executing strong contributions to the bottom line. Sr. Buyers will be working in an office setting, Monday through Friday, though travel days may be an exception. This person will be collaborating with other Buyers, Design Teams and Vendors.ResponsibilitiesMeet deadlinesIdentify and keep abreast of market trends that our customers are interested inIdentify and qualify new manufacturers and vendorsCommunicate effectively to deliver product's requirementsCommunicate important information to the appropriate teamsBuild product collections through collaborations with other buyersManage product development from conception to purchase orderAnalyze and manage vendor performance to maximize profitabilityMeet and exceed margin and financial goals set by company leadersDevelop and propose new product concepts that are exciting and uniquePossible Domestic and/or International travel to work with vendors on sourcing new productsJob Description - RequirementsCreativityPlans and organizes time and resources efficientlyAble to focus and apply analytical thinking such as collecting, analyzing and interpreting informationProblem solving, using logic and imagination to come up with an intelligent solution to situationsTeam-oriented, possessing a positive attitude and effectively able to work with minimal supervisionClearly expresses thoughts in written and spoken formCan actively anticipate potential future problems and act to prevent or mitigate themMicrosoft Office experience with the following programs:Microsoft Excel abilities matching the description found at the Excel WebsiteMicrosoft Word experience mirroring the description at the Word WebsiteMicrosoft Outlook skillset in keeping with the description at the Outlook WebsiteEducation & ExperienceBachelor degree, preferably in business administration, merchandising, or marketing ORWork experience within a buying capacity, preferably retail chain format ORCombination of education and work experience equaling 5+ years

Created: 2025-02-09