Sr. Buyer (Housewares - Cookware & Bakeware)
is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation operating over 420+ stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $34 billion. Described by industry experts as a daring innovator and smart competitor,
H-E-Bhas led the way with creative new concepts, outstanding service and a commitment to diversity in our workforce, workplace and marketplace.
H-E-Boffers a wealth of career opportunities to our 145,000+ Partners (employees), competitive compensation and benefits program and comprehensive training that lead to successful careers.
ResponsibilitiesJob Summary: Responsible for all business development activity within specified divisions/product lines
Essential Functions / Process Responsibilities
- Performs duties of BDM I, for larger more complex categories, as well as the following:
- Develops new product lines and manages implementation for organization, i.e., department, region, manufacturing and company
- Determines financial impact of decisions for development of new and existing product lines
- Develops total strategic and implementation plan for category; Creates new product line strategies within varying store formats, i.e., core and plus
- Develops and coordinates corporate promotions
- Identifies meaningful opportunities in the geographic and demographic regions, or specific stores
- Manages new projects as assigned
- Creates new ideas to help differentiate H-E-B from competition and improve customer loyalty
- Seeks and pursues innovative ways to improve assortment, promotion and productivity
- Manages cost and retail relationships to support marketing strategies
- A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience
- 7+ years of experience
- 5+ years of experience in leadership
- Experience successfully working complex issues with senior management
- Experience in negotiation (preferred)
Key Competencies preferred
- Advanced knowledge of computer software packages / PC use (MS Office, H-E-B systems, internet, e-mail)
- Advanced facilitation and project management skills
- Strong verbal / written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between projects / tasks; attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to make key decisions on a daily basis
- Ability to manage people for efficiency
- Initiative; willingness to take risks
- Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment
- Travel by car or plane with overnight stays
- Work extended hours; sit for extended periods
05-2014
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