Buyer

Von Tobel Corporation is seeking a creative and outgoing, full-time Buyer to join our Corporate Purchasing Team. We are a 100% employee-owned, growth oriented company that has over 45 years of experience servicing the professional contractor, the remodeling contractor and Do-It-Yourself customers utilizing our 5 locations in Indiana and Michigan.

This position is responsible for developing and implementing merchandising strategies in our kitchen, bath, flooring, plumbing fixture and appliance departments in order to meet the needs of our customers and maximize sales and profits for the organization.

Responsibilities for this position include:

·         Select and purchase merchandise for assigned categories, writing purchase orders, building merchandise assortments, and managing inventory levels.

·         Identify fashion styles and trends within departments to help reach and exceed sales and margin plans.

·         Identify and recommend new products and business opportunities.

·         Optimizing product selection to deliver the correct balance in order to drive sales.

·         Build and sustain strong relationships with vendors through effective collaboration and communication.

·         Negotiate with vendors to obtain optimal costs, assortments and deliveries.

·         Travel to all store locations and visit other retailers to competitive shop and validate pricing strategy.

·         Investigate and respond to field issues.

·         Develop and communicate in-house sales strategies with sales staff.

·         Work with Marketing Manager in developing advertising strategy in both print and electronic media.

Job Requirements:

·         Previous buying experience in a similar business.

·         Proven negotiating skills.

·         Strong aptitude for interior design with the ability to create impactful merchandise assortments.

·         Excellent decision making and communication skills.

·         Strong analytical and PC skills

·         Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize.

·         Excellent organization skills.

·         Innovative with an entrepreneurial perspective.

·         Proficient in math skills.

·         Some travel required.

 

We provide a competitive compensation and benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.  We offer a family oriented culture that encourages fun!

Von Tobel Corporation is an established, financially stable organization with a proven track record. If you share our drive and entrepreneurial spirit, and would like to be part of an organization committed to growth, please send your resume and salary requirements to: employment@mail.vontobels.com .