Buyer Jobs in New Jersey

Opportunity, growth, and meaningful rewards! We offer:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• • 401(k) retirement plan
• • Company paid life insurance
• • Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

• Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

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Advertised Compensation: $67,500.00 to $79,400.00

• Responsible for purchase order management and administration. This includes order writing, changes, cancellations and providing any necessary follow up (both internally and externally) to ensure key shipments are delivered and processed.

• Responsible for developing a working knowledge of the buying functions including merchandise selection, negotiation, pricing and store merchandising.
• Work as an intermediary between buyers and vendors to resolve issues including out of stocks, cost adjustments and new product selection.
• Review and analyze daily/weekly reports, subsequently highlighting noteworthy achievements or possible concerns to the relevant buyer.
• Work closely with brand representatives to ensure ideal assortments and inventory levels.
• Assist in plan-o-gram development
• Provides on-going analysis and interpretation of key business issues as directed by supervisor.
• Assist in planning/coordination of availability of products for new store openings.

• Education and Experience:
  • BA/BS or equivalent work experience
• Specialized Training:
  • Training that leads to an in-depth understanding of the buying function
• Specialized Skillset/Competencies/Traits
  • Knowledge of financial tools and concept profitability; understanding and use of market research and market trend information.
  • Strong vendor relations: Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people at all job levels, internally and externally.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Excellent written communication and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrates the organization’s core values, exuding behavior that is aligned with the organization’s culture.
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple priorities; Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality, Commitment to excellence and high ethical standards.
  • Ability to work independently; interact professionally and respectfully with others.
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Location/Travel:

• • This position is based at the Retail Center of Excellence in East Rutherford, NJ
  • Requires ability to travel up to 10% of the time for meetings and to visit branch locations

Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).