Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Missoula, MT

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. Functions as a decision maker with orders of a larger and more complex scope. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Buyer - Footwear
  • Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply
  • Bozeman, MT FULL_TIME
  • Description

    At Murdoch’s, we’re big on doing the basics right. We know the value of a hard day’s work, a positive attitude, and doing the right thing (even when no one is looking). It starts with our knowledgeable, friendly team delivering value and having fun with our customers. We are committed to providing legendary service that gives our customers an authentic shopping experience like no other. Murdoch’s hires team members who are willing and excited to go the extra step.


    The Buyer is the category leader for their assigned family of business as it relates to product assortment, pricing, and stock levels. The buyer balances meeting the needs of our stores and customers while achieving financial results that further the success of Murdoch’s. A Buyer operates with considerable independence and judgment when completing projects and procurements.


    As a Murdoch's Team Member in this role, you will...

    • Drive sales growth through listening to our stores, industry peers, and other sources to meet customer demand.
    • Maintain high in-stock rates, healthy turn, and strong margins within their family of business.
    • Maintain a high level of product knowledge within the assigned category
    • Structure & maintain product data in a way that supports a solid understanding of what’s happening to key metrics within the business.
    • Build strong product assortments with suppliers, negotiating improved programs related to all aspects of our vendor partnerships.
    • Attend trade shows and networks with industry peers to keep ahead of market trends.
    • Understand and embrace our Midco Distributing strategy to realize significant cost savings.
    • Partner with Planning Analyst to achieve planned sales, margin, and inventory turn targets.
    • Partner with Logistics to realize freight savings & efficiency.
    • Partner with Marketing to drive effective promotions that drive sales.
    • Partner with Training Coordinator to deploy effective product training.
    • Partner with Operations to gather feedback and take appropriate action.
    • Partner with Finance in maintaining an accurate and efficient billing process.
    • Partner with eCommerce to ensure proper product assets are in place to support online sales.
    • Provide effective leadership to Purchasing Assistant.
    • Work with Divisional Merchandise Manager to develop and deploy an effective inventory management plan for their family of business.
    • Utilize both writing and verbal skills to clearly communicate issues to all levels.
    • Other responsibilities as called upon
    • Ensure Purchasing Assistant(s) are equipped with appropriate and necessary training resources so as to further develop a high-performing team.
    • Develop and deploy an effective inventory management plan for their family of business.

    Requirements

    As a Murdochian in this role, you must possess:

    • Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, or equivalent is preferred, though not mandatory.
    • 5 years of previous related experience and/or training.
    • A strong understanding of Sales, Margin, GMROI, Sell Thru Percents, Weeks of Supply, Turn, Comp Store Analysis, Defective Rates, Fill Rates, Terms, Dating, etc.
    • A strong competency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel Pivot Tables.
    • A strong competency in understanding and articulating the financial performance of the assigned category.

    Job Position Statistics:

    • Financial results as it pertains to sales, margin, and inventory turn.
    • Attitude and actions aligned with supporting our stores and company goals.
    • Actions and attitude aligned with Mission, Values, and Principles
    • Teamwork
    • Positive attitude

    Physical Demands:

    • Extensive travel required.
    • Sitting for long periods of time.
    • Repetitive wrist movements on the keyboard.
    • Close vision for PC work.
    • Bending, carrying, and pushing.
    • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

    Competitive Benefits Compensation:

    • Amazing Employee Discount on everything from clothes to power tools to pet food.
    • Multiple Health Insurance options to best suit your needs after 60 days.
    • Dental & Vision options to complete your health plan.
    • Life Insurance to secure your family’s financial future.
    • Paid Vacation allows you to relax and recharge.
    • Holiday Pay throughout the year so you can celebrate with your family.
    • Paid Sick Time empowers you to stay home and focus on your health without losing pay.
    • 401(k) with a generous 4% company match to help plan for retirement.
    • Paid Parental Leave to take time to bond with your family’s new addition.
    • Community Giving Program matches your donations and provides paid volunteer hours.
    • Wellness Program saves you money by lowering medical premiums with credits earned.
    • Training Program helps you expand your knowledge and skills with over 250 courses.
    • Other various Voluntary Insurance Options.
  • 1 Month Ago

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Merchandise Manager
  • Ulta Beauty, Inc.
  • Bozeman, MT OTHER
  • OVERVIEWExperience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty enthusiasts. At ...
  • 17 Days Ago

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General merchandise
  • Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
  • Missoula, MT FULL_TIME
  • Location MISSOULA, MT Career Area Walmart Store Jobs Job Function Walmart Store Jobs Employment Type Full & Part Time Position Type Hourly Requisition 121233524GM What you'll do at Do you enjoy helpin...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Missoula, MT FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities From every day needs to special occasions, members need you, as their mini tour guide, to take them that special product Depending on the shift you work, your job could include moving...
  • 17 Days Ago

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General merchandise
  • Wal-Mart
  • Missoula, MT FULL_TIME
  • Walk up to 5 miles each day while fulfilling online customer orders Review customer orders, locate and select merchandise on the salesfloor Smile, greet, and thank customers with a positive attitude D...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Family Dollar
  • Butte, MT FULL_TIME
  • Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today. We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules a...
  • 1 Month Ago

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SAS in Albertsons - Part Time Retail Merchandiser
  • Sas Retail Services
  • Missoula, MT
  • Hey detail-oriented person! We handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure st...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacy Summer Intern
  • Albertsons Company Inc.
  • Missoula, MT
  • Are you the student intern who wants to know your patients by name? Do they ask for you because you build meaningful rel...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Representative
  • SAS Retail Services
  • Missoula, MT
  • Hey detail-oriented person! We handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure st...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Merchandiser (Hiring Immediately)
  • SAS Retail Services
  • Missoula, MT
  • Hey detail-oriented person! We handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure st...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Store Manager
  • Barnes & Noble
  • Missoula, MT
  • Title: Assistant Store Manager Category: Retail EmploymentType: Full-Time Location: MT - Missoula - Missoula - 2779 Loca...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Support Merchandiser
  • American Greetings Corporation
  • Missoula, MT
  • Job Description American Greetings is a global leader in the Celebrations marketplace. Celebrate with us and join our te...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Merchandiser Team Lead
  • SAS Retail Services
  • Missoula, MT
  • Hey detail-oriented person! We handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure st...
  • 2/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SAS in Albertsons – Part Time Retail Merchandiser
  • SAS Retail Services
  • Missoula, MT
  • Hey detail-oriented person! We handle product movement at retail. We display it, we move it, we track it; making sure st...
  • 1/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

Missoula is located at the western edge of Montana approximately 45 miles (70 km) from the Idaho border. The city is at an elevation of 3,209 feet (978 m) above sea level, with nearby Mount Sentinel and Mount Jumbo steeply rising to 5,158 feet (1,572 m) and 4,768 feet (1,453 m) respectively. According to the Census Bureau's 2015[update] figures, the city had a total area of 29.08 square miles (75.3 km2), of which, 28.90 square miles (74.9 km2) was land and 0.184 square miles (0.48 km2) was water. Approximately 13,000 years ago, the entire valley was at the bottom of Glacial Lake Missoula and a...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
$113,894 to $159,296
Missoula, Montana area prices
were up 3.1% from a year ago

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