Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is exercised. Consumer electronics, Gift Card program, and/or Luxury goods background strongly preferred.
Merchandising and Product Development:
Research new trends and product lines through competitive shopping, trade show attendance and communication with program management; report to management and make recommendations for product selection and merchandising.
Research and monitor existing vendor base and industry developments and identify potential new product opportunities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to leverageCompany as a preferred customer, leading to more favorable pricing, exclusive offerings, and markdown and claims assistance.
Develop and administer all corporate gift card programs.
Collaborate with web manager to maintain product presence and merchandising plan.
Collaborate with store merchandising team to communicate any opportunities for cross merchandising.
Maintain vendor requirements document that establishes processes for doing busine
JOB SKILLS: Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor of Arts degree
Experience: 3 years minimum retail buying experience in apparel, hard goods, gifts or related categorie
12+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.
Requirements
What you'll need
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