Merchandise Buyer jobs in Louisville, KY
Merchandise Buyer selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Buyer - Footwear (Retail Merchandise)
- Shoe Sensation, Inc.
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Jeffersonville, IN
FULL_TIME
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Buyer – Footwear (Retail Merchandise)The Buyer reports to the GMM.As the Buyer, you will plan and purchase style and quantity as well as determine the relevant quality of merchandise in accordance with customer demand, market trends, brand direction and fiscal obligations. You will be empowered to drive results as you maximize sales and gross margin performance coupled with inventory management. This is an analytical job—we need someone who is detail oriented and enjoys operating control-related standards and procedures.This role is instrumental in collaboration with the other buyers and assistants, allocation and planning, merchandise analysts, merchandising, and marketing, etc.This position must demonstrate the ability to propose decisions within the framework of strategic initiatives and tactical imperatives. The Buyer will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to accomplish company goals and objectives. The buyer is expected to successfully execute on financial models, strategic plans, and tactical imperatives to support the business plan in today’s changing market, as well as be able to strategically plan for the future.
Key Responsibilities- Execute and achieve or exceed category sales, gross margin and inventory goals.
- Develop and execute merchandise strategies and assortment plans that meet the needs of our customers, as well as, the goals and objectives of the department and the company
- Consistently review and edit product lines, ensuring there is a balanced SKU assortment in style, pattern, color, and size.
- Manage all aspects of the merchandise offering – brands, selection, mix, pricing, and promotions.
- Manage OTB expectations and react timely to business needs
- Prepare and present product and merchandise analysis and reports for key periods for vendor and internal review meetings.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors to meet category goals
- Negotiate with key vendors to achieve best cost and terms, timely delivery, and quality of product to maximize sales and margin goals.
- Negotiate and manage vendor cooperative marketing dollars, ecommerce opportunities, and drop ship programs.
- Identify new brands and proprietary opportunities to increase and expand selection across categories.
- Anticipate market changes and establish a plan to attain sales and margin goals.
- Drives compliance and standards for company processes and policies within their area and with direct reports.
- Travel to attend relevant trade shows, vendor meetings, and markets to observe trends, gather product information, select merchandise and establish vendor relationships.
- Plan promotional events and execution; while ensuring accuracy on details such as pricing and marketing signage.
- Work closely with marketing team and visual merchandiser to portray product offerings to drive sales goals.
- Work closely with planning team to manage inventory levels and flow of merchandise into and out of the distribution center.
- Train, motivate and develop Assistant Buyers as needed to ensure performance and personal growth
- Coach and develop Associate Buyer(s) and Assistant Buyer(s) to ensure growth and readiness for next level position.
- Special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications- 1-2 years of experience as a Buyer or Buyer Assistant
- Bachelor’s degree in Retail Merchandising or related field required.
- Demonstrates management experience
- Experience as a Planner or Allocator, is desirable
- Possesses skills of Flexibility and Agility – quickly understand, assess, problem solve, execute
- Proven contract negotiation skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
- Results driven related to accomplishment of goals, objectives, outcomes within deadlines.
- Decisive decision-making skills and the facility to plan and prioritize short- and long-range projects
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations
- Travel up to 20%
Compensation- Commensurate Salary with Bonus Opportunities
- PTO package – 4 weeks
- Eligible for Medical Benefit Package
- 401k with Company match
- Employee Discount in stores
Company Overview:We LOVE Shoes!!! Our mission at Shoe Sensation, Inc. is to provide quality and brand name footwear for the entire family. From toddlers to seniors, our large selection of shoes has something for everyone as the typical Shoe Sensation will showcase over 10,000 pairs of the latest styles.Since opening in 1984, Shoe Sensation has focused on bringing America’s top footwear brands to growing communities in the Midwest and South. Shoe Sensation has achieved success through superior merchandise assortment, and outstanding customer service, within a well-designed and comfortably appointed store environment. - 1 Month Ago
Buyer
- Union Tank Car Company - UTLX
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Edmonton, KY
FULL_TIME
- WHO WE ARE: Marmon Holdings, Inc., part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is one of the world’s most innovative and impactful industrial organizations. Marmon comprises more than 100 manufacturing and servi...
- 20 Days Ago
Buyer
- Top Gun Staffing Inc
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Bowling Green, KY
FULL_TIME
- Are you a Procurement Expert that is ready to take your career to the next level? Come join this amazing team! Top Gun Staffing is currently recruiting a Buyer for a fast-growing manufacturing company...
- 10 Days Ago
Buyer
- Rev-A-Shelf
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Louisville, KY
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: Responsibilities of the Buyer is to manage current suppliers and find potential suppliers, negotiate prices and terms, and make agreements or contracts for purchases. The role will h...
- 25 Days Ago
Site Buyer
- Procor Repair Services Ltd.
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Edmonton, KY
FULL_TIME
- Procor Repair Services Ltd. Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, att...
- 18 Days Ago
Buyer II
- Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District
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Louisville, KY
FULL_TIME
- Procures goods and services in accordance with MSD’s Procurement Regulations and Purchasing Procedures. Develops specifications and/or evaluation criteria for the competitive bid process. Solicits pro...
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Shift Lead GSR R1 - Store 261061
- Thorntons Inc
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Louisville, KY
- Description A shift leader is expected to maintain overall safety, all GSR shift duties, all shift reconciliation proced...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Shift Lead GSR R21 - Store 261171
- Thorntons Inc
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Louisville, KY
- Description A shift leader is expected to maintain overall safety, all GSR shift duties, all shift reconciliation proced...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Shift Lead GSR R10 - Store 261054
- Thorntons Inc
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Louisville, KY
- Description A shift leader is expected to maintain overall safety, all GSR shift duties, all shift reconciliation proced...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Shift Lead GSR R13 - Store 261165
- Thorntons Inc
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Louisville, KY
- Description A shift leader is expected to maintain overall safety, all GSR shift duties, all shift reconciliation proced...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Host/Cashier - Porch Kitchen + Bar
- White Lodging
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Louisville, KY
- Summary: White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restau...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Store Team Member
- Academy Sports & Outdoors, Inc.
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Louisville, KY
- Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and grow...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Inpatient Pharmacist, 1st/2nd Shift
- Norton Healthcare
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Louisville, KY
- Responsibilities The Pharmacist's role is to dispense, compound, label, store, and ensure the proper use of pharmaceutic...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Clayton Homes Sales Professional - Georgetown, IN
- Clayton Homes
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Georgetown, IN
- Sales Professional Do you want to be a part of transforming the lives of others? Are you eager to grow in your career an...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville and Jefferson County have a combined area of 397.68 square miles (1,030.0 km2), of which 380.46 square miles (985.4 km2) is land and 17.23 square miles (44.6 km2) (4.33%) is covered by water.
Louisville is southeasterly situated along the border between Kentucky and Indiana, the Ohio River, in north-central Kentucky at the Falls of the Ohio. Although situated in a Southern state, Louisville is influenced by both Southern and Midwestern culture. It is sometimes referred to as either one of the northernmost Southern cities or as one of the southernmost Northern cities in the United St...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer jobs
$93,540 to $126,959
Louisville, Kentucky area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago