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Corporate Purchasing Agent

CORPORATE PURCHASING AGENT
Reports to: Director of Purchasing
Classification: Salaried, Exempt

Job Summary:
Responsible for the procurement of merchandise in assigned categories, while maintaining proper management of inventory, increasing profitability, executing properly prepared advertisement planning, executing plans to drive traffic to our Stores, and the increasing of sales for all items associated with the designated departments, while striving to provide World-Class Service to our Customers.

This Purchasing Agent will be overseeing multiple product categories and will report directly to the Director of Purchasing. This position will also have the opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally with all Team Members of our business, in addition to building and fostering key Supplier Partner relationships as well. This role will give you an amazing opportunity to travel to national and industry trade shows, along with visiting our brick-and-mortar stores, our competition, and also the potential to visit and tour select Supplier Partner facilities.

Essential Functions:
  • Responsible for the item selection, replenishment, sales analysis, category management, and profitability of assigned Supplier Partners and categories.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels, achieve realistic gross profit margin, and increase sales performance by utilizing available software tools and analytical programs provided by the Company.
  • Communicate accurately, timely and appropriately with Store Team Members to identify opportunities to increase sales and improve profits, along with maintaining positive rapport with all Store Teams & Operational Team Members.
  • Research and stay in tune with appropriate industry trends and understand competition’s pricing, trends, and merchandising approach and innovations.
  • Assist as needed in the remodeling of existing Stores or the setting of new Store projects to represent our Gold Standards; including such things as merchandise sets, scheduling vendor support, and appropriate related sales needs.
  • Work closely with our Operations Team Members on a consistent basis to ensure our Gold Standard merchandising while keeping Point-of-Purchase Displays and signage properly updated in all Stores.
  • Attend trade shows, seminars, appropriate Supplier Partner facilities and embrace other related travel as needed to achieve our Company goals and category objectives.
  • Develop and enhance marketing plans to support all advertising such as print, electronic and social media outlets with a heavy emphasis on Omni-channel marketing cooperation via company e-commerce site.
  • Lead and inspire the professional growth and training of your Purchasing Agent assistant, while overseeing their daily duties.
  • Participate as necessary in appropriate Conference Calls with your Category Supplier Partners, internal colleagues, and also join in the launch/update meetings for our Mid-States Buying Group discussions.
  • Initiate, support, and facilitate Team Member training assets on our existing product portfolio, in addition to all new items/categories that are procured, via our learning management system as well as orchestrating our in-person Team Member training events.
  • Consistent attendance for regularly scheduled work shifts is required.
  • Must be flexible and willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Complete special projects as directed by the Fam & Home Supply CEO, Director of Purchasing, and/or the Director of Replenishment. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned to meet the needs of the business.
  • A positive attitude with a drive and passion to win in business is a must and a strong passion for collaborating with Team Members is encouraged
Required Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time throughout the workday.
  • Occasionally, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of materials up to 25lbs.
  • Must be able to travel locally, regionally, and nationally utilizing company vehicles, personal vehicles, rental vehicles, commercial airlines and other forms of transportation as necessary to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position and to support company objectives.
Minimum Requirements of Training and Experience:
  • Minimum 3+ years’ retail purchasing experience required. Previous retail sales and management experience is preferred.
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License.
  • Must be self-motivated, analytical, strong computer (Excel- Word- Microsoft Office), negotiation skills, and good overall communication skills.
  • Excellent communication and Leadership skills.
Benefits
Our Full-Time Team Members have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health and financial well-being by enrolling in medical, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage, along with a 401(k)-retirement plan to help build for the future. A variety of additional supplemental benefits are also available, allowing you to tailor coverage to fit your individual needs.
 
Team Members also receive a competitive discount after the first 30 days of employment as well as several other exclusive retail perks.
 
Annual Salary Wage Range:  $54,000-$60,000


Submit resume to:  ghackemack@farmandhomesupply.com

Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : High School

Experience Level : Mid to Senior Level

Job Function : Development

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