Jewelry/Buyer

Kroger•Portland, OR

19d

About The Position

Purchase products and negotiate best vendor support programs for the Jewelry division. Responsible for profitability and productivity of stock. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's Degree in business or related field, plus 2 years of retail store operations experience; or combination of relevant education and experience
Minimum 18 years of age
Valid driver's license
Ability to pass drug test
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Magic, and jewelry system software
Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes
Strong attention to detail
Ability to prioritize/multi-task while providing accurate/on-time results

Nice To Haves

Any experience in fine jewelry buying
Any knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures, and organizational structure
Any experience directing/ participating on project teams
Any retail store managerial experience

Responsibilities

Work effectively with all operational and analytical groups to achieve objectives; responsible for proper liquidity management by effectively managing Open-to-Buy; complete competition comparison
Communicate the strategy to the team and manage upward feedback; direct, coordinate, and train the activities of the buyer’s assistant
Analyze competitive information and provide input to the Merchandising strategy to maximize performance
Drive development of the planning and forecasting process and the setting of inventory targets for each category
Identify areas of performance which do not meet expectations and develop strategies to improve those areas
Price merchandise to maximize sales and profit potential, while remaining competitive
Demonstrate fiscal responsibility through prudent and effective inventory management
Create business plans and maintain excellent communication with store associates
Confirm adherence to Fred Meyer Jewelers vendor guidelines
Secure Stock Balance and Salvage Allowance from vendors
Develop advertising campaigns; select merchandise to advertise
Secure co-op advertising dollars from vendors
Analyze assortment presentation (in store and online) and merchandise accordingly
Make timely, sound purchasing decisions by assessing large amounts of data
Help implement solutions to problems and act decisively to develop and execute appropriate action plans
Communicate effectively, both internally and externally
Negotiate, select, and purchase merchandise from vendors; evaluate and make vendor return decisions on salvaged merchandise; partner with planner on vendor and category financial plans and strategies
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties, complete performance reviews, and provide feedback to direct reports
Maintain flexibility to work weekends and travel independently on a regular basis
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation