Category Buyer

JOB SUMMARY:

The Category Buyer maximizes the profitability of a business unit by way of correct product placement or display and product mix of a category. He/She will study the market and makes purchasing decisions which have cost-savings impact.

The position is responsible in increasing profitability of each category within the business by making cost effective and cost efficient purchasing decisions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees buying and procurement of Merchandising Assistant based on budget per category.
• Determines price of goods through analysis of sales, trends, competitors, and buying habits.
• Plans and suggests new potential Brands or products to Immediate Head.
• Checks and evaluates Merchandising Assistant's concerns and gives recommendations for approval of Immediate Head
• Manages sales versus assigned space by creating the correct planogram per item.
• Compiles sales data and presents to Management along with recommendations for changes and improvement of the product.
• Responsible for inventory and securing production supplies.