Senior Buyer

Job Summary:

The Senior Buyer will research and purchase products for resale at retail stores.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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May Hire, train, and oversee subordinate staff.

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May Oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of subordinate staff in the department.

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Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

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Oversees and maintains inventory.

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Researches, analyses, and forecasts current and future buying trends, markets, styles, and products with attention to specified target market and demographics.

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Develops and maintains relationships with wholesalers and suppliers.

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Negotiates contracts with wholesalers and suppliers.

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Assesses financial risks of purchases.

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Attends Trade shows, product exhibitions, and conferences to maintain understanding of new products and trends.

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May Act in place of the director of purchasing as required and authorized.

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Performs Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

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Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

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Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

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Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, or related field preferred.

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Three to five years of retail experience required.

Physical Requirements:

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Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

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Must Be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

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Must Be able to travel to trade shows regularly and retail locations.

Required Skills/Abilities: Â.

Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. Â.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Â.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Â.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment. Â.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Education and Experience: Â.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, or related field preferred. Â.

Three to five years of retail experience required. Physical Requirements: Â.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Â.

Must Be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Â.

Must Be able to travel to trade shows regularly and retail locations.