Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and energetic person to fill our open position as Buyer. As a buyer, this individual will be responsible for managing vendor relationships, traveling to trade shows, meeting new potential vendors and directly negotiating with vendors on inventory opportunities.

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7am-4:00pm.
This is a salary position with a commission structure based on profits

Responsibilities:

Cultivate lasting relationships with vendors to grow vendor loyalty
Work with vendors to better understand their business needs, goals, and how they sell their products
Negotiate with vendors directly to purchase inventory
Attend trade shows and coordinate opportunities to meet vendors face to face

Competencies:

A passion for purchasing and company culture
Excellent negotiation skills
Proven ability to negotiate and purchase inventory
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Efficient in MS Excel and MS Word
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Requirements:

2 years’ experience in purchasing
Ability to travel appx 65 days per year

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

May require prolonged sitting or standing
Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds or more

Benefits

Company Covers
100% of employee Short-Term Disability
100% of employee BCBS Dental Coverage
$300 of BCBS Monthly Premium Health Coverage
$25k Basic Term Life Coverage
PTO and Holiday Pay
Company Provides
Aflac (Cancer, Critical Care & Accident)
Matches up to 3% of Simple-IRA contributions

Expected Outcomes

To expand purchasing and profits by developing new vendor relationships and growing established vendor relationships that are under preforming
Purchasing goals are exceeded/met while aggressively preserving margin
Ensure the quality of database information for items in Fishbowl (ie. Item descriptions, restrictions, images, PO’s are accurate.
Attend industry trade shows and develop relationships with vendors
Attend key market conference twice a year
Maintain working relationships with 5-10 customers

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