Event Network, LLC · 18 hours ago
Buyer-Convenience & Suncare-SSC
9645 Granite Ridge Dr, San Diego, CA 92123, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expEvent Network, LLC is a leading operator of retail experiences at iconic destinations across the United States. They are seeking an experienced Buyer for Convenience & Suncare products, responsible for sourcing and managing product assortments, negotiating with vendors, and achieving financial goals.
CommunitiesGiftMuseums and Historical SitesRetailShopping MallSocial Media
Responsibilities
Source, develop, and manage dynamic product assortments that support the departmental and store goals, align with our partner institutions, and maximize sales potential
Work closely with Senior Merchant, Purchasing Directors, Product Development team, Planning and other functional partners to develop and implement cohesive product assortments
Negotiate with vendors to achieve best possible price, terms and quality of product while building strong vendor relationships
Determine Initial buy quantities for assortments, partnering with Planning department and Purchasing leaders as needed
Support assortment execution as needed, including order placement, vendor follow-ups, etc
Meet or exceed revenue, SKU count, Inventory and margin goals
Regularly analyze your business, Identifying wins to maximize and opportunities to action on
Work with Purchasing Directors and Purchasing VP on overall Inventory health and new product approvals
Foster strong relationships with Internal team members and vendors to effectively deliver assortment needs
Work closely with Merchandise Coordinator, providing any needed direction to resolve any Item, PO or Invoicing challenges
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5+ years experience In retail product buying and/or product development
Experience and knowledge of the Convenience, Sundries and Suncare categories a plus
Strong organizational skills, resourceful, proactive and a fast learner
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook
Reliable and meets deadlines
Produces work efficiently and accurately
Team player with strong communication, relationship building and interpersonal skills
Flexible and adaptable In fluid environment
High attention to detail, organized and can effectively prioritize
Benefits
Health and Wellness Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Basic Life and AD&D Insurance; Long-Term Disability; plus Voluntary Benefits options 100% paid by employee: Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term Disability (for employees outside of CA, NY, NJ, HI, RI, Puerto Rico), Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet insurance.
Retirement and Savings: 401(k) Retirement Plan; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off: Vacation Accrual; Sick Leave
Nine Paid Holidays.
Profit Sharing Bonus Plan
Employee Discounts: 25% discount to shop at our stores; and a separate discount program with exclusive savings on a variety of brand-name products, services, travel, entertainment, tickets, and more.
Company
Event Network, LLC
OUR STORY 25 Years in Business… 100+ Iconic Destinations… Event Network, LLC is the leading retail operator for cultural attractions across North America.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
Promus Equity Partners
2020-12-04Series Unknown· $2.5M
2018-01-24Private Equity
Leadership Team
Larry Gilbert
CEO
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