Buyer

Job Overview:
Maximizes sales and profitability of a given area of business through the development and implementation of a strategy, analysis and appropriate reaction to sales trend. Overall support of the company sales, gross margin, and turnover objectives.

Core Responsibilities:

	Train, motivate and develop team to ensure effective performance and growth through consistent on-the-job training.
	Establish department direction and priorities, and communicate effectively to merchant team.
	Develop and execute seasonal merchandise plans and pricing strategies.
	Complete accurate forecasts evaluating financial components based on current trend, and knowledge of future events which will impact the business.
	Develop assortment plans which support the departmental goals and key item focus.
	Profile target customer to ensure customer satisfaction.
	Partner with the planner on the development of locational assortment plans.
	Manage vendor performance to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives.
	Communicate with Macy's Merchandising Group for direction and recommendations to maximize division performance.
	Determine marketing plans and promotional calendar.
	Reconcile marketing plans with assortment and financial plans.
	Develop visual presentation guidelines for the stores to support seasonal strategies.
	Maintain collaborative partnerships and negotiate effectively with vendors and internal colleagues.

Skill Summary:

	Minimum of 1-2 years prior buying experience in a department store or specialty store environment.
	Experience with planning, forecasting and allocation.
	Strong analytical and PC skills.
	Strong negotiation skills.
	Sense of urgency.
	Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
	Ability to develop, plan and execute strategies.
	Effectively deal with all levels of management.