Buyer- Consumer Bunches and Bouquets - Minneapolis, United States - Bachman's Inc.

Description

Consumer Bunches and Bouquets

Salaried Position

Bachman's is committed to creating a caring environment while inspiring a passion for bringing beauty to life.

Are you looking for steady, full-time employment with great benefits? Do you want to work for a company that cares about its employees? Are you looking for a positive work environment and a team atmosphere? Don't wait, apply now

Job Duties:

• Assist Merchandise Manager in the planning process including the development of purchasing, assortment, and merchandising plans for consumer bunches and bouquets. Process includes: product selection, assortment planning, purchase quantity, stock level calculations, product pricing, and product flow schedule.
• Aid in development of fresh new bouquet and consumer bunches that are in season and in trend.
• Collaborate with external vendors to procure product to support sales.
• Work with vendors to ensure Bachman's is getting the best possible price, quality, and shipping terms. Resolve any issues that may arise.
• In season execution of plans for all product including assortment planning, financial planning / forecasting, vendor negotiations, order writing, and replenishment.
• Use internal systems and other analytics to create purchase orders / product transfers to all store channels.
• Communicate with receiving areas all purchase order information. Work with them to problem solve as necessary.
• Assist in providing merchandising direction to the stores and make sure products, displays, signage and advertising are meeting the standards and goals of Bachman's.
• Gather information from stores, suppliers and customers about product and adjust as needed.
• Support other areas within Bachman's (L&B, Website, Grower Direct, Garden Maintenance / Landscape and Wholesale). Collaborate in the product selection, financial planning, and product procurement for these areas.
• Develop content for floral signage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• College degree in related field, or equivalent experience
• Retail experience with 2-5 years of buying / merchandising / procurement or inventory management desired.
• Ability to develop a business strategy and execute a purchasing plan based upon financials, historical information, and consumer & market trends.
• Strong mathematical / financial skills are a must. This position requires the ability to plan, execute and control a complicated procurement plan and operate within departmental open to buy (financial plan) and operating budgets.
• Must like to work in a collaborative environment yet be highly self-motivated and able to work independently as well.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office are required. Experience with POS Systems is desired.
• Ability and confidence to forecast future trends in the marketplace.
• Strong communication, problem solving, organizational and decision-making skills are necessary.
• Previous buying experience desired.
• Horticulture background a plus.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday 40-45 hours per week, more hours required during key holiday seasons (including Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Mother's Day).

Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account/PPO
• Dental Insurance
• Vision
• Life and AD&D
• Disability, Accident, Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(K)
• ID Watchdog
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO
• Paid Holidays

Bachman's is an Equal Opportunity Employer