Senior Buyer-Consumables

Details: Category:  Merchandising Shopko is growing and we are looking for talented merchants to fill the Senior Buyer-Consumables opportunity. Let Shopko help you grow in the career that you have been looking for.The ideal candidate for a Senior Buyer position at Shopko is a visionary who will drive the sales and margin performance to plan, maintain product integrity from a product development perspective, merchandise selection, vendor relations, negotiations, and advertising. These positions will be responsible for a moderate to high dollar volume with multi-store buying experience. To be successful, the candidates will possess strong product development skills and strong financial acumen skills. A leader who functions well in a team environment and has experience in building a strong team is a must to succeed in this position.Company Profile: Shopko has been providing name-brand & value apparel, home décor, family basics, and seasonal merchandise, along with pharmacy and optometric services for 50 years. In early 2012, we announced the merger of Pamida with Shopko, growing Shopko to a $3 Billion company with almost 19,000 teammates. Now, we are able to reach more customers in more states than ever before. We have nearly 350 stores in 21 states throughout the Midwest, Mountain, Pacific Northwest, and Southern regions. Shopko continues to grow, while still maintaining a hometown feel in our small to mid-sized city markets. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities of this position will include driving the sales and margin performance to plan, maintaining product integrity from a product development perspective, merchandise selection, vendor relations, negotiations, and advertising. This position will be responsible for a moderate to high dollar volume with multi-store buying experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong product development skills and strong financial acumen skills. Someone who functions well in a team environment and has experience in building a strong team is a must to succeed in this position. REQUIRED:• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Buyer• 4 year degree or equivalent experience• High Performance individual• Computer/System Competency• Ability to establish plans, manage execution and drive for results• Exceptional communication, organizational and analytical skills• Strong negotiation skills• Ability to succeed in a team environment• Strong understanding and interpretation of Consumables is a must Shopko offers a professional team-oriented work environment, career advancement opportunities, competitive wages, & a comprehensive benefits package!If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete a candidate profile at www.shopko.com.Shopko is an Equal Opportunity Employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan m/f/d/v.*CB* *IND2012*

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