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Buyer- Perennials
Location:
Minneapolis, MN
Description:
Buyer- Perennials Full-Time PositionMonday-Friday 40-45 hours per week (weekends and holidays during peak seasons) Bachman’s is committed to creating a caring environment while inspiring a passion for bringing beauty to life.Are you looking for steady, full-time employment with great benefits? Do you want to work for a company that cares about its employees? Are you looking for a positive work environment and a team atmosphere? Don’t wait, apply now !Job Duties:· Assist Senior Buyer in the Seasonal Planning process including the development of purchasing, assortment, and merchandising plans for perennials and seasonal perishable product. Process includes: product selection, assortment & financial planning, purchase quantity, stock level calculations, product pricing, and product flow schedule.· Aid in developing perennial production plans for Bachman’s growing facility.· Collaborate with external vendors to procure product to support the seasonal plan as needed.· Work with vendors to ensure Bachman’s is getting the best possible price, quality, shipping terms, and advertising co-op dollars. Resolve any issues that may arise.· In season execution of plans for all product including assortment planning, financial planning / forecasting, vendor negotiations, order writing, and replenishment.· Use internal systems and other analytics to create purchase orders / product transfers to all stores and support areas in season.· Communicate with receiving areas all purchase order information. Work with them to problem solve as necessary.· Assist in providing merchandising direction to the stores and make sure product, displays, signage and advertising are meeting the standards and goals of Bachman’s.· Gather information from stores, suppliers and customers about product and make adjustments as needed.· Support other areas within Bachman’s (L&B, Web-Site, Grower Direct, Garden Maintenance / Landscape and Wholesale). Collaborate in the product selection, financial planning, and product procurement for these areas.· Develop content for perennial and seasonal perishable signs.· Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:· College degree required.· Retail experience with 2-5 years of buying / merchandising / procurement or inventory management desired.· Ability to develop a business strategy and execute a purchasing plan based upon financials, historical information, and consumer & market trends.· Strong mathematical / financial skills are a must. This position requires the ability to plan, execute and control a complicated procurement plan and operate within departmental open to buy (financial plan) and operating budgets.· Must like to work in a collaborative environment yet be highly self-motivated and able to work independently as well.· Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office are required. Experience with POS Systems is desired.· Ability and confidence to forecast future trends in the marketplace.· Strong communication, problem solving, organizational and decision making skills are necessary.· Previous buying experience desired.· Horticulture background a plus.Schedule:· Monday – Friday 40-45 hours per week, more hours during key garden season (Mid April – Mid June).Bachman's is an equal opportunities employer.Powered by JazzHR
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Bachman's
Posted:
February 2 on The Resumator
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Buyer- Perennials is a Production Buyer Job at Bachman's located in Minneapolis MN. Find other listings like Buyer- Perennials by searching Oodle for Production Buyer Jobs.
Buyer- Perennials is a Production Buyer Job at Bachman's located in Minneapolis MN. Find other listings like Buyer- Perennials by searching Oodle for Production Buyer Jobs.