Generally .
Identifies, selects and purchases product categories identified by the principals of the Company which are intended to match the Company’s requirements.
Responsible for filling the Company’s retail stores with such products.
Draws upon marketing analysis.
The position is a direct report to the Company’s Merchandising Manager.
Job Description.
Responsibility for planning, selecting and purchasing quantities within product categories, to be sold in the Company’s retail stores, as well as maintaining store inventories and forecasting customer demand Source new and review existing items within the assigned product categories to ensure these products remain competitive, fresh, contemporary For the applicable product categories, liaising with existing suppliers and negotiating terms to obtain the best pricing and schedule deliveries to the Company stores Sourcing and building relations with new suppliers Sourcing and selecting new products Distribution of core-stocking products from assigned categories to all markets Monitoring market changes, competitor prices and products Analyzing past sales patterns to anticipate trends in consumer buying patterns Recommending clearance sales and varying delivery schedules to help control stock levels Presenting new product selections and alternatives Assisting in the visual merchandising in the Company’s stores to promote key lines within the product categories assigned Working with the Company’s social media personnel to present sales promotions Work Conditions.
Travel : The position is primarily office based, although some travel to stores is required.
Working hours : While the travel involved may mean working some evenings and weekends, the position is otherwise projected to be regular hours over Monday to Friday.
Location : The position is officed in and at the Company’s headquarters in Virginia Beach, VA.
Skills and Qualities.
Commercial acumen and a passion for the cycling sector and its products An understanding of what motivates customers to buy products Confidence combined with negotiating, influencing and networking skills Creativity and attention to detail Ability to prioritize and multitask Excellent analytical skills and the ability to make decisions Customer focus Teamworking and leadership skills Conte’s® is an equal opportunity employer.
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