Buyer - Retail

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
• Maintain adequate stock levels
• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers
• Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets
• Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
• Select and purchase merchandise for resale
• Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials and visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
• Supervise work of other buyers
• Visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events

Experience and specialization

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Buying
• Market analysis
• Product selection
• Pricing

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player