Buyer- Perennials

Buyer- Perennials 
Full-Time Position
Monday-Friday 40-45 hours per week (weekends and holidays during peak seasons)
 

Bachman’s is committed to creating a caring environment while inspiring a passion for bringing beauty to life.

Are you looking for steady, full-time employment with great benefits? Do you want to work for a company that cares about its employees? Are you looking for a positive work environment and a team atmosphere? Don’t wait, apply now!
 

Job Duties:

· Assist Senior Buyer in the Seasonal Planning process including the development of purchasing, assortment, and merchandising plans for perennials and seasonal perishable product. Process includes: product selection, assortment & financial planning, purchase quantity, stock level calculations, product pricing, and product flow schedule.

· Aid in developing perennial production plans for Bachman’s growing facility.

· Collaborate with external vendors to procure product to support the seasonal plan as needed.

· Work with vendors to ensure Bachman’s is getting the best possible price, quality, shipping terms, and advertising co-op dollars. Resolve any issues that may arise.

· In season execution of plans for all product including assortment planning, financial planning / forecasting, vendor negotiations, order writing, and replenishment.

· Use internal systems and other analytics to create purchase orders / product transfers to all stores and support areas in season.

· Communicate with receiving areas all purchase order information. Work with them to problem solve as necessary.

· Assist in providing merchandising direction to the stores and make sure product, displays, signage and advertising are meeting the standards and goals of Bachman’s.

· Gather information from stores, suppliers and customers about product and make adjustments as needed.

· Support other areas within Bachman’s (L&B, Web-Site, Grower Direct, Garden Maintenance / Landscape and Wholesale). Collaborate in the product selection, financial planning, and product procurement for these areas.

· Develop content for perennial and seasonal perishable signs.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· College degree required.

· Retail experience with 2-5 years of buying / merchandising / procurement or inventory management desired.

· Ability to develop a business strategy and execute a purchasing plan based upon financials, historical information, and consumer & market trends.

· Strong mathematical / financial skills are a must. This position requires the ability to plan, execute and control a complicated procurement plan and operate within departmental open to buy (financial plan) and operating budgets.

· Must like to work in a collaborative environment yet be highly self-motivated and able to work independently as well.

· Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office are required. Experience with POS Systems is desired.

· Ability and confidence to forecast future trends in the marketplace.

· Strong communication, problem solving, organizational and decision making skills are necessary.

· Previous buying experience desired.

· Horticulture background a plus.

Schedule:

· Monday – Friday 40-45 hours per week, more hours during key garden season (Mid April – Mid June).

Bachman's is an equal opportunities employer.