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Menards, Inc. Buyer - CustomCraft/Dakota Panel in EAU CLAIRE, United States
Buyer - CustomCraft/Dakota Panel
Job#:378416
Location:EAU CLAIRE, WI - Corporate Office
Department:Manufacturing
Category:Midwest Manufacturing
Salary:Competitive
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Job Description
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for assisting the Plant Manager in the purchasing of all items within the plant’s area of responsibility and keeping Midwest Manufacturing’s pricing competitive
Primary Responsibilities:
Purchasing
New Product Lines
Research new lines and do all initial line interviews with prospective vendors
Choose lines that show purpose and promise.
Inventory Replenishment
Assist in inventory control by setting up all vendor programs you are responsible for, which will ensure maximum turn and in-stock position
Identify any vendors that do not meet Midwest Manufacturing shipping/performance standards and address those vendors
Vendors Performance
Make sure vendors ship the product ordered on time
Engage in consistent communication with Analysts and when necessary address vendors performance for both regular and sale orders
Ensure products meet our minimum quality standards
Line Review
Research existing lines to make sure the product mix maximizes sales, gross margin and return on investment, and meets or exceeds our competition selection
Merchandising and Marketing Product Lines
Assist in merchandising product lines in the stores
Assist Plant Manager in marketing product line through the Advertising department
Assist the Plant Manager in researching competitive pricing and timeliness of advertising items
Proof-read all printed advertising for copy accuracy, this includes in-store signing
Ensure the stock status and anticipated needs of merchandise to be advertised
Proper Reporting of Vendor Agreements
Prepare proper documentation of all vendor relationships
Make sure all terms, cost, freight, delivery, allowances, billing and disposition of returns are clearly established and approved by the General or Assistant General Plant Manager
Ensure all invoices are paid appropriately
Sales Gross Profit Margin
Assist the General and Assistant General Plant Manager in attaining the highest possible sales and gross margin in the competitive market
Skills/Requirements
Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a business related field or an equivalent amount of related experience
Minor in Finance or Accounting and related experience in retail a plus
Department Management or Associate Buyer experience is preferred but not required
Must be able to work full-time with the ability to put in overtime (average 50-55 hours per week)
Travel is required (including air travel)
Relocation to the Eau Claire, WI area is required
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