Executive Search Consultant at Zallery
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Buyer Merchandiser (5-15 yrs)
Hands On E-Commerce:
Merchandise Buyer Duties and Responsibilities:
- Based on our analysis of current job listings, merchandise buyers perform these duties no matter the employer or specialization:
Analyze Customer Needs :
- Merchandise buyers base their business decisions on a thorough analysis of customer needs. They conduct market research, staying up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activity and actively monitoring sales to determine which products sell the most.
Develop Sales Strategies :
- Merchandise buyers set the overall merchandising direction through detailed short- and long-term sales strategies. These include data-backed product selections aligned with customer needs and requests.
Assess Suppliers :
- Merchandiser buyers put a great deal of thought into choosing suppliers, assessing them in terms of reliability, product quality, shipping speed, and cost. Once they- ve ascertained that suppliers can handle requirements, they negotiate prices, finalize contracts, and maintain good working relationships while ensuring that products satisfy customers.
Order Products :
- Merchandise buyers place product orders with suppliers. Since timely arrival is crucial, merchandise buyers track order status, update sales and inventory teams, and follow up with suppliers to avoid delays. They also verify the quality of received products, comparing these against packing lists for accuracy, and record all orders and invoices.
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