Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Bachelor's degree
- or equivalent experience
- Marketing, other
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
- 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
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Standing for extended periods