Media Buyer jobs in Pittsfield, MA

Media Buyer is responsible for maximizing the impact of advertising campaigns. Coordinates the development and execution of media and advertising plans that support the client's overall marketing strategy, tactics, message, and objectives. Being a Media Buyer uses analytics to design innovative strategies to ensure the client's marketing campaigns reach the target audience. Negotiates media buys, pricing, and media placement scheduling with vendors. Additionally, Media Buyer collaborates with stakeholders and vendors to execute plans and control pacing, optimization, and timelines for campaigns. Conducts research on new media strategies, platforms, and channels to utilize for future campaigns or ongoing campaign evolvement. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a manager. The Media Buyer work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Media Buyer typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Buyer
  • Ed Herrington Inc
  • Hillsdale, NY FULL_TIME
  • Ed Herrington Lumber is a six-location full-service lumber company looking for a lumber and building materials (LBM) buyer.

    The LBM buyer ensures that our vendors are providing the best combination of quality, service and price to our stores and customers.

    The LBM buyer determines the best products to fulfill customer needs and demands; works closely with current and prospective vendors and develops and maintains a strong working relationship with them.

    This position is accountable for profitability in the product lines that are managed. Effective communication with the sales team and other store locations are essential for the success of this position.

    This is a non-exempt position.

    Location : Hillsdale, NY (In-Person Position)

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

    3 years previous purchasing experience in the building materials industry

    College education a plus

    Experience in vendor negotiation

    Experience in analysis and forecasting

    Understanding of the buying cycles associated with the building materials industry

    Ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities

    Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

    Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Work and Excel

    Occasional overnight travel

    Responsibilities of the Position :

    Purchasing :

    Negotiate with vendors and make recommendations to the Purchasing Manager based on the following negotiated criteria :

    Volume Rebates

    Cash Discounts and Payment Terms

    Growth Incentives

    Buyback Programs

    Merchandising and PK training

    Co-o Advertising Dollars and marketing events

    Locates products that fit our customers needs and presents them to management

    Develops and implements programs to increase margin dollars by product line

    Forecasts material requirements by analyzing trends and needs to establish stocking levels for each location

    Manage product lines with focus on Lean continuous improvements processes

    Ensures that vendors are providing quality products, competitive pricing and service to our stores and customers.

    Product Management :

    Oversees assigned product groups; plans exit strategy for discontinued items and the vendor returns of slow selling products

    Reviews sales, turns, margins and gross profit dollars on products purchased

    Store Support :

    Ensures that stores are receiving updated information on products including the availability, vendor information and POS information

    Communicates product updates and changes with the locations

    Works closely with the merchandising manager and the marketing department to initiate specials and promotions.

    Assists stores with product issues including shipments, quality, and defective materials by communication with the store and vendor

    EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

    3 years previous purchasing experience in the building materials industry

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    This is largely a sedentary role with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; however, while performing the duties of this job the employee will need to frequently communicate with others and must be able to exchange accurate information;

    The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock while working around electrically powered office equipment.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    OTHER

    Detail oriented individual with excellent follow through and communication skills.

    The strong ability to multi-task.

    Is resourceful and able to successfully navigate through complex situations.

    Ability to interact with all staff levels through to and including senior management.

    Benefits Provided : Medical Insurance

    Medical Insurance

    Vision Insurance

    Dental Insurance

    Disability Insurance

    Life Insurance

    Employer-matching 401(k) Plan

    Last updated : 2024-03-05

  • 21 Days Ago

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Account Executive
  • Townsquare Media
  • Pittsfield, MA FULL_TIME
  • Account Executive At Townsquare we are a team of driven individuals who push ourselves and those around us to grow personally and professionally. You can expect a dynamic and competitive work environm...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Lumber Building Material Buyer
  • Ed Herrington Inc.
  • Hillsdale, NY FULL_TIME
  • Ed Herrington Lumber is a six-location full-service lumber company looking for a lumber and building materials (LBM) buyer. The LBM buyer ensures that our vendors are providing the best combination of...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Library Media Specialist
  • Del Mar Union School District
  • Ashley Falls, MA FULL_TIME
  • DETAILS ABOUT THIS POSITION: LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 10 Months HOURS PER WEEK: 20 (part-time) SALARY: Starting Salary $20.92-29.44 (depending on experience) REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS: Letter of Introduction L...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Social Media Assistant
  • Marian Service Corporation
  • Stockbridge, MA FULL_TIME
  • The Association of Marian Helpers, a Catholic non-profit publishing and fundraising organization, has a full-time opening for an experienced and creative Social Media Assistant. The ideal candidate wi...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Social Media Assistant
  • Association of Marian Helpers
  • Stockbridge, MA FULL_TIME
  • Association of Marian Helpers Stockbridge, MA Job ID#: 9329163143 Posted: March 21, 2024 Expires: May 20, 2024 Category: Marketing/Advertising Terms: Full-Time Employee Experience: 0-2 Years Education...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Corporate Buyer
  • Leaf Home Water Solutions
  • Hudson, NY
  • ** Corporate Buyer** **Job Category****:** Supply Chain **Requisition Number****:** CORPO012986 Showing 1 location At Le...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Weekend Admissions Liaison
  • Springside Rehab and Skilled Care Center
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Springside Rehabilitation & Nursing Center and Craneville Place of Dalton have earned a ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CT Technologist
  • Baystate Health
  • Greenfield, MA
  • ***SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE*** Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Videographer for top rated podcast
  • These Fukken Feelings Podcast
  • Cohoes, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Join the Revolution in Mental Health: These Fukken Feelings PodcastAre you passionate ab...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Runner
  • Estiatorio Milos
  • Hudson, NY
  • Overview The primary responsibility of the Runner is to aid servers and captains during service. They work in unison wit...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Manager/Public Info
  • Nexus Staff
  • Albany, NY
  • Job Title: Public Relations Manager Employment Type: Contract Work Hours: 37.5 hrs./week Work site: Hybrid Location: 10 ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager, Administrative Operations, Office of Community Engagement and Communications
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
  • Troy, NY
  • Manager, Administrative Operations, Office of Community Engagement and Communications Job no: 494320 Work type: Full Tim...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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News Reporter
  • Daily Hampshire Gazette
  • Northampton, MA
  • The Daily Hampshire Gazette is seeking a full-time news reporter to be part of a hardworking team focused on covering th...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pittsfield is located at 42°27′N 73°15′W / 42.450°N 73.250°W / 42.450; -73.250 (42.4522, -73.2515). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.5 square miles (110.0 km2), of which 40.5 square miles (104.8 km2) is land and 2.0 square miles (5.2 km2), or 4.70%, is water. Pittsfield is bordered by Lanesborough to the north, Dalton to the east, Washington to the southeast, Lenox to the south, Richmond to the southwest, and Hancock to the west. Pittsfield is located 48 miles (77 km) northwest of Springfield, 135 miles (217 km) west of Boston, and 39 miles (63 k...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Media Buyer jobs
$83,309 to $115,232
Pittsfield, Massachusetts area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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