Buying Manager

Job Title: Buying Manager

Department: Buying

Reports To: VP/DMM

Effective Date: 12/1/23

Salary Range: $90,000-$105,000 Annual

Location: Lynnwood, WA (In-office)

POSITION PURPOSE

The Buying Manager is responsible for leading their department. They will develop and execute plans through their teams to hit monthly, quarter, and yearly sale and margin targets, as well as OTB and stock levels. Work with other leaders in the buying department and company to ensure alignment, as well as working on inter and cross department projects/initiatives. They will also be responsible for training and developing their people for the long-term success of the department and company. They should have a deep understanding of Womens clothing trends, brands and influencers.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maximize sales and margin opportunities

• Develop financial plans with planner

• Lead and develop a large team to support their individual and collective growth of their sub-teams

• Formulate and execute product strategies to hit sales and margin targets

• Drive adaptable plan changes to react to current business trends

• Manage stock levels to seasonal targets

• Develop frame work for assortment planning

• Identify and implement continuous improvements to buying process

• Play a lead or support role in inter and cross departmental projects and initiatives

• Own markdown, transfers, and seasonal consolidation strategy for the department

• Recruit, Hire and Train new members of the buying team

• Conduct performance reviews, support team in developing professional development plans and manage employees to success

• Create and execute successful product promotion strategies within budget and deadlines

• Identifying, establishing and providing oversight in the relationship with new and current vendors

JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years buying experience including large scale/multi door buying

• 2-5 years of experience of direct management of leading a team of buyers

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

• Excellent understanding and application of "retail math" and business analysis

• Ability to motivate, teach and manage successful performance of others

• Demonstrated ability to express creativity and innovative ideas

• Strong time-management and organizational skills

• Thorough understanding of the Zumiez, customer, market and industry trends and ways to capitalize

• Ability to think critically and solve problems

• Ability and willingness to work hard in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment both independently and as a team member

• Advanced computer skills with buyer toolset (ie Toolbox)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other applicable systems

• Entrepreneurial spirit

• High attention to detail

• Must be willing and able to travel regionally and/or domestically by air

• Travel to domestic markets and national events required

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a documented need for an accommodation certified by a medical professional or a properly documented need for a religious accommodation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to sit in a stationary position in an office environment for extended periods of time and work on a PC without limitations

• Must be able to distinguish and inspect materials on product

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, following an initial wait period.

• 401k after meeting qualifications

• Long Term Incentive Eligible

• Bonus Eligible

• Paid Parental Leave

• Life Insurance

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Sick Leave

• Stock Purchase Program

• Employee Discount on Zumiez product