Acme Tools · 21 hours ago
Associate Buyer (Product Procurement & Purchasing)
Grand Forks, ND, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expAcme Tools is a family-owned business and a premier online retailer of tools and equipment in the United States. They are seeking an Associate Buyer to support purchasing and merchandising operations, focusing on negotiating, inventory management, and maintaining supplier relationships.
Retail
Responsibilities
Negotiating, analyzing industry trends, and planning and purchasing goods for resale at Acme Tools retail locations and online
Effectively managing assigned product lines, ensuring products turn at acceptable levels, administering inventory control, and re-buying products appropriately
Assisting Buyers with existing merchandise programs
Learning and following Acme Tools' purchasing policies, including how to maintain a good relationship with suppliers and vendor representatives
Reviewing, evaluating, and purchasing special and non-stock orders
Advising Buyers of any issues with a vendor or customer, working with Buyers to adjust or solve problems with suppliers, and reviewing supplier invoices for proper pricing and terms
Maintaining and/or improving cycle service levels established by your manager
Assisting in reviewing and moving dead stock
Obtaining current price sheets or product catalogs and distributing them to the proper personnel
Assisting as needed with research and analysis to determine retail pricing
Utilizing and reviewing all reports developed and printed for inventory control management and purchasing
Completing vendor information forms and updating vendor information into the ordering system
Coordinating with Buyers on price or cost changes and suggesting product changes
Following up on products listed online, including checking vendor websites to ensure accuracy of Acme Tools' listings
Making decisions about warehouse over/under shipments
Assisting store sales associates
Assisting in planogram development
Obtaining product information from vendors (products, item discontinues, promotions, quantity discounts, etc.)
Securing promotional events and improving effectiveness and engagement at events by working with Marketing and eCommerce on the promotional opportunities of products
Building purchasing knowledge, experience, and skill set in order to continue to grow your career in the Purchasing department
Performing other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field, OR equivalent experience
Prior experience working with purchasing and inventory control practices (retail purchasing experience preferred)
Proven organization, presentation, and verbal and written communication skills
Excellent relationship-building abilities
Strong technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Ability to write reports and business correspondence
Knowledge of calculating figures and amounts such as profit margins, discounts, interest, inventory turns, and percentages
Energetic self-starter with the ability to work autonomously, as well as a part of a team environment
High level of confidentiality and professionalism
Preferred
Strong knowledge of retail sales and eCommerce industries
Tool and Equipment knowledge
2+ years of prior experience working with purchasing and inventory control practices
Benefits
Work-Life Balance
Professional Development Training
Annual Performance-based Increase Opportunities
Generous PTO plan that begins accruing on your first day
6 Paid Holidays
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
Traditional and Roth 401K plans with company matching
100% company-paid Group Life Insurance
100% company-paid Short and Long-term Disability Coverage
Voluntary Life Insurance
Accident, AD&D, Cancer, and Critical Illness supplemental insurance options
Maternity Leave (partially paid through short-term disability)
Community Involvement Opportunities
Employee Discounts
A Supportive and Collaborative Work Environment where your contributions matter
Company
Acme Tools
Acme Tools is a retail company that provides retailing tools and equipment.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dean Spicer
Chief Technology Officer
Scott Foyt
Chief Financial Officer
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