Regional Retail Buyer

Aramark•Chicago, IL

9d•$95,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role as Regional Retail Buyer, you will provide support for the Chicago, Baltimore, Charlottesville, and Raleigh markets. Candidates may be based in either our Chicago or Baltimore location. As the Regional Retail Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing and selecting a wide range of hardlines, and softlines products to stock our stores. If you have a keen eye for trends, a deep understanding of the retail industry, and a love for sports and entertainment, we want to hear from you! Join us in delivering a top-notch retail experience to our customers at one of the most exciting venues in the country. Applicants for this position must have experience as a buyer, retail merchandise(hardlines and softlines), preferably in the sports industry.

Requirements

A minimum of 3-5 years of retail buying required.
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of product management principles and merchandise buying process.
Ability to perform analytic analysis of product by meeting aggressive revenue, GMROI, margin and turnover objectives.
Ability to think creatively and strategically.
Appreciation for and continued enhancement of venue experience working with a variety of categories.
Knowledge of home goods, accessories and gifts.
Proven ability to develop successful new products and storylines.
Strong analytical, problem solving and negotiating skills, excellent written communication skills.
Supervisory experience required.
Experience with various merchandise management computer systems and Microsoft Office.
Overnight travel and some evening and weekend work required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree level education highly preferred in an area of Marketing, Business Management, Merchandising Management or similar field.

Responsibilities

Product selection and development from inception to delivery, recommending purchases and inventory levels based on consumer and market trends, sales strategies and financial goals as defined for each category and outlet.
Utilizes reporting tools to review inventory, sales and status of each item in assigned merchandise categories. Creates requisitions and purchase orders taking into consideration the need to control the inventory investment while maintaining sufficient inventory to support the sales objectives.
Creates new items, par levels and maintains all product and vendor files in assigned categories.
Recommends pricing, sales strategies and assortments to be reviewed. Reviews and follow-ups on markdowns with scheduled pricing actions and location consolidation for maximum sales potential. Recommends liquidation strategies as needed.
Development of promotional activities for key product collections. Communicate with Retail Director and team to ensure sell thru.
Supports positive vendor relationships, manages vendor compliance and product pricing. Assists with negotiations of cost and payment terms of current products. Is aware of and communicates potential discounts, special pricings, inventory concerns and other issues impacting business.
Negotiates with vendors concerning late shipments, back orders and compensation discounts. Resolves all discrepancies including over and short¬ shipments, merchandise substitutions, and pricing differences. Serves as liaison with Accounts Payable team.
Reviews damaged and/or defective merchandise. Negotiates with vendor to return merchandise that does not meet our businesses specifications. Initiates the paperwork to accomplish the return and subsequent credit. Serves as liaison with Warehouse Operations team.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Must be available to work event-based hours that include evenings, weekends, and holidays