- Sourcing and evaluating attractive lines of product to meet market demand.
- Work closely with vendor on contract & promotion negotiation to secure the best competitive deals.
- To co-ordinate with internal department on inventory management, planning and forecasting.
- Communicate and work closely with line managers during planning and purchasing processes with potential supplier.
- Identify growth opportunity and risk in assortment and develop contingency plan.
- Creates and maintains professional relationships with vendors.
- Meets established goals for sales, margin, income and inventory levels.
- Ensure that pricing, promotional strategies, and marketing of the goods support the objectives of the merchandise division.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
- Ability to work in a very fast paced environment while maintaining a professional disposition and demeanor at all times.