FIFA Buyer | LGM

Legends Global•Indianapolis, IN

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for the development, sourcing, procurement, and maintenance of merchandise and/or corporate fulfillment products. This role will report to the Director of Soccer Buying and will support the FIFA account. The position requires spending hours sitting using computers, entering data which requires attention to detail and high levels of accuracy. In time in the role as an LGM Buyer, you will supervise a Program Coordinator(s) by assigning and directing work. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Position is located in a busy office area and could have interruptions due to an open space concept. Occasionally works at event locations that are outdoors with exposure to the climate, dust, odors, and noise.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year College and five years related retail experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong computer skills are a must.
Use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and comfortable use of Internet is necessary.
Ability to understand and follow work processes.
Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts.
The ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
Must have strong negotiating skills and understand how important managing and increasing margins are to the bottom line.
This position requires that the person be highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.

Nice To Haves

Must be creative, problem solving and a critical thinker.

Responsibilities

Procures classifications of merchandise, corporate fulfillment and/or custom products by working with Vice President of Sales and Account Executives to develop and source product.
Experience negotiating with vendors regarding cost of goods, terms, freight, etc., and to do all necessary paper or computer work to complete the job.
Must understand and have experience in vertical buying and procurement.
Must possess a high level of professionalism in a team structure both internally, with vendors and clients.
Must be creative, problem solving and a critical thinker.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervise a Program Coordinator(s) by assigning and directing work.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.