Buyer - Off-Price Apparel

4900 E Dublin Granville Rd, Westerville, OH 43081, USA

Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelHigh school or equivalent

Job Description

Fosters relationships with vendors. Negotiates deals with vendors. In instances when purchases are not made, maintains positive vendor relationships for future opportunities. Defines the merchandise strategy, such as mix of close-out vs. non-closeout business. Jointly with the planner, develops a merchandise plan to support the strategy and achieve stated sales, turn and margin goals. Identifies opportunities to exploit sales and margin opportunities and partners with planner and allocation analyst to develop execution tactics. Travels to trade shows and vendor locations to develop a network of contacts, to stay informed on industry and competitor direction, and to source deals. Develops a collaborative team atmosphere through an open exchange of ideas and positive feedback between buyer, planner and allocation analyst team members.

Where is this job?

This job is located at 4900 E Dublin Granville Rd, Westerville, OH 43081, USA

Job Qualifications

College degree, preferred.
A minimum of five years of retail buying experience, preferred.
Experience in buying complex merchandise categories and categories with large sales volumes
Able to work as part of a team to achieve common goals.

Required Skills

MS Word
Time Management Skills
Marketing skills
MS Excel skills
Excellent negotiation skills

Soft Skills

Verbal communication
Driven and self-motivated
written communication
Adaptability
Problem Solving Skills
Detail Oriented and Organized
Multi tasker

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Buyer - Off-Price Apparel in 4900 E Dublin Granville Rd, Westerville, OH 43081, USA is $41,000 to $77,000 per year. This range may vary depending on the experience of the individual and the size of the company they are working for.

Additional Information

Big Lots is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Required LanguagesEnglish

Job PostedJanuary 13th, 2023

Apply BeforeJuly 20th, 2025

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