Responsibilities: Assist the Buyer(s) in the procurement of HBA items.
Key responsibilities for assigned categories include focusing on sales gross margin, planogramming, vendor selection, item selection and mix analysis.
Continue to source and review new products and business opportunities on a regular basis while identifying emerging trends.
Prepare cost analysis and overall competitive retail strategy and present recommendations to the Buyer(s).
Regularly negotiate with vendors regarding all product specs, price, availability, distribution and delivery deadlines.
Develop sales and profit margin plans, maintain margin and determine turnover objectives.
Frequently communicate with the Buying department, Logistics, Finance, Operations, Clubs, GMs, Zone VPs and vendors to provide information and problem solve.
Travel within the domestic market for assigned category competitive shopping, market trips and vendor meetings.
Will also perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: Two to three years experience as a Replenishment Specialist, Assistant Merchandise Buyer, or similar background within a high volume grocery, wholesale club, or general merchandising environment is required.
HBA category merchandise procurement background is preferred.
Strong organizational and communications skills are required.
Sound negotiation and problem solving skills are needed.
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel with ability to create complex spreadsheets required.
Must possess a sense of urgency with the ability to manage multiple duties simultaneously with various deadlines.
Approximately 10% domestic travel is required.
A Bachelors Degree in Retail Management or Business Management is preferred.
Assistant Buyer- HBA Job in Natick 01752, Massachusetts US