Assistant Buyer

2 months ago


Birmingham, United States Books-A-Million Full time

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Assistant Buyer - Books in Birmingham, AL at Books-A-Million, Inc. **Location:**

**Experience:**

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Assistant Buyer - Books

Job description

As part of the Buying team, the Assistant Buyer helps to create timely product assortments that maximize sales and profit. The successful candidate will be self-starting, flexible, highly organized, and results oriented. He or she must have the proven ability to work well under pressure in a demanding environment where teamwork is key. The Assistant Buyer will be career-oriented with a strong desire to take on increasing levels of responsibility.

**Responsibilities****Management of Assigned Categories (60%)**

* Executes merchandising activities including full life cycle of purchase orders through judgement and problem solving.

* Produces financial sales recaps and analysis to identify new and existing business opportunities. Communicates findings and advocates for intended purchases.

* Takes initiative to develop collaborative vendor relationships, including cost negotiation, problem resolution and follow up.

* Makes independent decisions on proper maintenance of data accuracy and integrity for the company without supervision.

* Ensures timely delivery of merchandise via consistent communication and follow up with publishers, vendors and distribution center.

* Develops product planograms for in store merchandise sets that drive sales and fixture productivity.

* Communicates regularly with stores and omnichannel using appropriate communication channels.

* Travels to or attends virtual trade shows, vendor meetings and store visits.

**Buyer and Division Support (40%)**

* Executes cooperative marketing contracts and incentives including vendor promotional partnerships

* Provides organizational support for cross functional team projects.

* Monitors competitor merchandising and shares findings with stakeholders.

* Projects as assigned by the Buyer/Divisional Merchandise Manager or Vice President.

**Job Requirements**

**Education and/or Experience:**

* Bachelors degree in merchandising or business-related field or equivalent combination of work experience

* 2 -3 years of retail or relevant sales experience which may include retail internship

**Qualifications:**

* Exercises independent judgement to make decisions and work with minimal supervision

* Displays strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data and draw conclusions

* Demonstrates leadership skills, assertiveness, and intellectual curiosity

* Exhibits high standards, accountability, attention to detail and accuracy with time management skills to include prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines

* Develops strong business partnerships both internally and externally

* Adaptable, flexible and perseveres to overcome obstacles

* Presents information effectively and accurately, expressing ideas clearly and concisely

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint

**Special Requirements:**

* Up to 25% travel may be required depending upon area assigned.


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