Category Buyers

POSITION PURPOSE: Order product based on movement and resulting Retail Support Center inventory to ensure adequate supply of product is available to stores.

 

JOB FUNCTIONS:



Essential:

? Meet and interact with vendors to facilitate communication regarding day to day buying operations.

? Coordinate buying/merchandising functions with Retail Support Center to ensure customer requirements are met.

? Maintain records on supplier service levels, buying turns, out of stocks, and damages to evaluate supplier and Retail Support Center efficiency.

? Research and resolve invoicing discrepancies to ensure accurate accounts payable records are maintained.

? Maintain cognizance of product variety, trends, market opportunities, and pricing structures/strategies to maximize profit potential.

? Manage day-to-day interactions with vendors by discussing product available and price to make informed buying decisions.

? Select and input data on new products to provide customers with new items.

? Review the accuracy of product pricing and descriptions in the system.



Additional:

? Maintain cognizance of trends/new products to ensure customer requirements are met.

? Assist Category Manager with merchandising, advertising, and special projects relating to the buying/merchandising function.

 



EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:



? Bachelor?s Degree in Business Management, Marketing, or related field

? MBA preferred

 

 

 

 

Please Reference Job Code CB-MBA when submitting your resume.