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Retail Buyer
Location:
Canton, GA
Description:
Overview We believe Running Changes Everything . If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 260 stores and a robust e-commerce site, Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer in the country. Catering to more than runners, we pride ourselves on having an inclusive environment! We believe it's a privilege to serve and remain committed to delivering unmatched service and support when outfitting customers in everything they need to have a successful run, whether that's introducing them to their new favorite running shoes, socks, or gear, or inviting them to our next training program run. We like to keep things high-spirited, fast-paced, and fun. We don't mind wearing more than a few hats and stepping in to help out wherever is needed. Our team is a group of knowledgeable and hardworking individuals who work, sweat, and live passionately. We run together to tackle a problem, reach a goal, get encouraged, and nurture our brand each day. We are in full pursuit to find hardworking people to join us on our quest and bring our core values to life. Responsibilities As a Buyer, you will sort and manage inventory by having a clear understanding of store and customer needs. Buying decisions will be based on product selection, price points, and inventory levels. You will have the opportunity to curate an assortment of products that engage and empower your local customer base. You will place weekly fill-in orders, future orders and handle special orders. Buyers are responsible for ensuring core products and sizes/quantities are always available. You will lead training and product education sessions for staff, and also communicate drop dates, selling points, sell-through strategy, store performance, product launches, and sales numbers. You will get this information by collaborating with our vendor partners and establishing positive relationships with tech reps and sales reps. Qualifications Available to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, days, evenings, weekends and holidays Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) Professional and timely internal and external communication Strong mathematical skills required Ability to lift and move inventory as required (boxes can weigh up to 30 lbs) Process-driven and detail-oriented Able to work effectively in a cloud-based inventory management system Has a basic understanding of retail buying principles and best practices Strong communication skills and able to work within and manage a team Self-driven, comfortable making decisions and standing by them Proficient using vendor based order management sites (B2B websites) Has a basic understanding of inventory management Can follow a budget Support all Fleet Feet initiatives, activities, and functions Perks: High energy and fun atmosphere Training and advancement opportunities within the Fleet Feet brand Community involvement and community service activities Training Program and Product Discounts Passionate team members Fleet Feet franchisees operate as independent business owners. If you apply and are hired at a Franchise location, you would be an employee of that Fleet Feet franchisee and not an employee of the Fleet Feet Corporation. We have opportunities within both our franchise locations and our Fleet Feet Corporation. PDN-9b91172c-3c9b-4843-bd1b-5c8da3a63dd7
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Retail Buyer is a Retail Retail Worker Job at Fleet Feet located in Canton GA. Find other listings like Retail Buyer by searching Oodle for Retail Retail Worker Jobs.