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Micro Center · 3 months ago

RETAIL BUYER - CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

positionHilliard, Ohio, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

Micro Center is the nation’s leading computer and electronic device big box retailer. They are seeking a self-motivated Retail Buyer to manage product selection, vendor relationships, and category strategies in their Corporate Merchandising team.

Consumer ElectronicsRetailSoftware

Responsibilities

Select, negotiate and bring to market best-in-class products and promotions
Achieve category results aligned with Micro Center’s goals including revenue and profitability
Negotiate and manage vendor-funded marketing, merchandising and VIR programs
Manage vendor relationships
Recommend, present and direct the development and implementation of category strategies and tactical plans
Coordinate with the Web Development and Marketing teams to maximize merchandising opportunities
Participate in evaluating new business opportunities consistent with Micro Center’s short and long-term business strategies
Regularly monitor and respond to competitor pricing
Accurately forecast to ensure proper stocking levels for top selling products
Collaborate and motivate other teams to achieve category objectives: Distribution and Transportation, Retail stores (Sales and Operations), Web Development, Marketing, Finance, Planning and Allocation

Qualification

Retail merchandisingVendor relationship managementAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsPurchasing systems knowledgeForecasting systems knowledgeMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsDetail-orientedTeam player

Required

BS degree in retail merchandising, marketing, or business preferred
A minimum of 5 years merchant experience as a Buyer in the Consumer Electronics industry
Strong negotiation skills
A proven track record of establishing and maintaining positive relationships with vendors
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and retail math skills
Must be self-starter who is able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work with speed and accuracy
Must be detail-oriented
Must be a team player
Knowledge of purchasing and forecasting systems required as well as proficiency in MS Office with an emphasis on Excel, Outlook and Teams

Benefits

Flexible Scheduled & Excellent Pay
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Coverage for Regular Full-Time Associates
Employee Discount that includes a Friends & Family Discount Program
Tuition Reimbursement & Education Discounts
Paid Time Off for Regular Associates
401K Plan with Company Match
Esteemed Vendor & Company Job Training
Career Advancement Opportunities

Company

Micro Center

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Micro Center is a retailer for computers and consumer electronics in the United States.
dateFounded in 1979
location
Hilliard, Ohio, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.microcenter.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Deneke O'Reilly
VP, Marketing Operations
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