Buyer Jobs in New Jersey

Job Title: ASSOCIATE BUYER (RHQ) Company: Toys'R'Us, Inc. Location: Wayne, NJ Description: Partnering with the Buyer, the Associate Buyer will be responsible for the evaluation, selection and purchasing of all merchandise in the categories for which he/she has responsibility.  The incumbent will perform the following functions:  Develops understanding of customer needs and desires in product category. Ensures the profitability of the merchandise and drives expansion of the category.Responsible for merchandise presentation on the website and content relevant to products or programs in his/her area of responsibility.   Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Develops understanding of customer needs and preferences.  Considers customer point of view when making decisions regarding buying, pricing, merchandising, and advertising.  Evaluates, selects and buys merchandise.  Makes balanced risk-decisions based on objectives and parameters for success in selecting merchandise.  Drives expansion of the category.  Establishes and/or maintains positive vendor relationships relative to the category.  Uses fact based approach in negotiating with vendors, utilizing vendor-supplied facts to facilitate decision-making and agreement.  Builds partnerships to gain commitment to shared goals of expanding sales.  Accountable for achieving financial results and ensuring the profitability of those categories.  Identifies or creates profitable strategies.  Provides leadership to others in identifying how category and product initiatives, actions and decisions connect to organizational strategies and objectives.  Strong relationship builder who can partner with internal as well as external constituents, flexible to change and can be a change agent.   The qualified candidate will have two (2) years minimum retail buying or planning experience, with strong Vendor negotiation and/or partnership building experience.  A bachelor's degree is preferred.   Essential skills include: Strong and proven analytical and negotiation skills.  Detail oriented and a creative problem solver.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Must possess high enthusiasm, initiative and flexibility. Computer skills necessary to perform job include internal systems and intermediate to expert proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.  Proficiency in MS Access is strongly preferred. Must be able to travel (domestically) up to 15%.

Job Title: Assistant Buyer - Christmas Tree Shops Company: Bed Bath & Beyond Location: Union, NJ Description: Christmas Tree Shops is growing and so is our need for talented Assistant Buyers in our Union, NJ office. We offer a distinctive, fast paced and dynamic retail environment where you can truly make a difference and have a very real opportunity to grow your career! If you are looking for a retail growth company that values both it’s people and it’s customers, and has a winning track record, and even brighter future, your search is over! You’ve discovered Christmas Tree Shops! We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits packageJob Specifications:Assist Buyer with developing business strategies to maximize sales and profits for a department or assigned area.Essential Functions:Work under the direct supervision of the Buyer or Associate Buyer.Responsible for providing support to members of the Buying Staff. Responsible for developing a working knowledge of the buying function including merchandise selection, negotiating, pricing, and planning and marketing merchandise.Assist in all administrative functions to support the Buyers.Communicate with Product Development, Marketing Department, Stores and vendors to provide information and problem solve.Assist in planning/coordination of availability of products for advertising and promotion.Assist the Buyer in assortment and category planning.Travel to store locations to review product mix, gather feedback, and share information with the buying team.Occasional market travel: visiting vendors, attending trade shows, etc.Requirements: Bachelor's degree in retail, fashion or marketing preferred.Prior experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer with a specialty, discount or department store retailer.Must be articulate, assertive and have excellent communication skills.Proven ability to organize and prioritize work effectively with a high sense of urgency. Strong math skills; ability to analyze sales and product statistics to support effective merchandising decisions. Must be able to build effective working relationships with vendors and colleagues. Strong computer skills; MS Excel and MS Word experience desired.

Job Title: Buyer, Undergear Company: Hanover Direct Location: Weehawken, NJ Description: Buyer, UndergearHanover Direct, Inc. Company Description Hanover Direct, Inc. and its business units provide quality, branded merchandise through a portfolio of catalogs and e-commerce platforms to consumers, as well as a comprehensive range of Internet, e-commerce, and fulfillment services to businesses. The Company's catalog and Internet portfolio of home fashions and apparel include Domestications, The Company Store, Company Kids, Silhouettes and Undergear. Each brand can be accessed on the Internet individually by name. Responsibilities include bottom line profit and loss, introduction of new product, and evaluation of existing styles. Successful candidates should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:- 5-10 years buying or merchandising experience- Excellent assortment planning skills with a rolodex of vendor sources- Research and develop a vendor base for successful merchandising - Product development, sourcing, merchandise analysis, shop market and forecast trends - Budget and Inventory planning - Must have experience in working with and traveling domestically (foreign travel and product development a plus) - Must be a team player with the ability to effectively interact with different communication styles - Excellent taste level and knowledge of the menswear market- Must be organized and self-motivated- Strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills required - Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manager projects from concept to completion within time constraints Location The Corporate office is conveniently located in Weehawken, New Jersey, and 7 minutes away from Manhattan via NY Waterways, easily accessible by public transportation and offers free parking. Benefits We offer a casual work environment, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and room for professional growth and development including: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Long-Term Savings (401-k) plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Purchases Discount, Paid Vacations and Sick Leave, Employee Referral Program. Interested candidates may submit their resume by email, fax or US mail to: Fax to: Register to View Mail to: Hanover Direct, Inc., 1500 Harbor Boulevard , Weehawken , NJ 07086 Resumes without salary history/ requirements will not be considered. EOE M/F/D/V

Job Title: Buyer, Mens Company: Hanover Direct Location: Weehawken, NJ Description: Hanover Direct, Inc. Company Description Hanover Direct, Inc. and its business units provide quality, branded merchandise through a portfolio of catalogs and e-commerce platforms to consumers, as well as a comprehensive range of Internet, e-commerce, and fulfillment services to businesses. The Company's catalog and Internet portfolio of home fashions and apparel include Domestications, The Company Store, Company Kids, Silhouettes and Undergear. Each brand can be accessed on the Internet individually by name. Responsibilities include bottom line profit and loss, introduction of new product, and evaluation of existing styles. Successful candidates should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:- 5-10 years buying or merchandising experience- Excellent assortment planning skills with a rolodex of vendor sources- Research and develop a vendor base for successful merchandising-  Product development, sourcing, merchandise analysis, shop market and forecast trends-  Budget and Inventory planning- Must have experience in working with and traveling domestically (foreign travel and product development a plus)- Must be a team player with the ability to effectively interact   with different communication styles- Excellent taste level and knowledge of the menswear market- Must be organized and self-motivated- Strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills   required - Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manager projects from   concept to completion within time constraintsInterested candidates may submit their resume by email, fax or US mail to: Fax to: Register to View Mail to: Hanover Direct, Inc., 1500 Harbor Boulevard , Weehawken , NJ 07086 Resumes without salary history/ requirements will not be considered. EOE M/F/D/V Requirements:

Job Title: Buyer Company: PNY Technologies Location: Parsippany, NJ Description:    PNY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. US-Parsippany-NJ – Buyer                               PNY Technologies, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of computer graphics cards, memory upgrade modules, flash memory and flash peripherals.  Its memory products currently account for a majority share of all retail sales in the US.  PNY products are available at major retail outlets, mail order outlets, online retailers, value-added resellers and distribution channels throughout the US and Europe.  Headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, PNY maintains operations in North America, Europe and Asia.  For more information on PNY, please visit our website at www.pny.com. Due to recent growth, we currently have an opening for a Buyer in our Parsippany, NJ facility.  The responsibilities for this position include: ·         Perform all operational activities related to the procurement of printing and packaging materials, obtaining the best market price and meeting delivery requirements·         Assist with implementation of supply chain initiatives; maximize the model·         Produce open purchase order report daily and communicate with vendors regarding overdue deliveries·         Issue and maintain purchase orders under the direction of the Advanced Buyer ·         Manage defective products and coordinates returns/credits with vendors on a monthly basis·         Negotiate pricing on all related materials/services, as needed·         Work with Marketing on display projects to ensure competitive bidding is performed·         Assist in establishing assurance of supply plans·         Resolve pre-short notices·         Expedite day-to-day operations·         Perform spot quality spot checks on all printed materials·         Create supplier scorecard·         Develop profitable supply chain that reduces total cost while meeting delivery expectations·         Manage graphic workflow·         Execute part allocation scheme ·         Communicate and monitor any Engineering change orders·         Assist Advanced Buyers with benchmarking various pricing/products quarterly or as needed·         On-Site visits/inspection of vendor facilities, as needed·         Review and analyze product forecasts twice weekly or as needed·         Communicate and manage end of life notification·         Manage the disposition of excess/obsolete inventory and consigned material·         Manage supplier returns process·         Support material cost reduction activities·         Keep current with and communicate price and availability market changes·         Support the introduction of new products by:­   Expediting samples for qualification­   Setting up suppliers (e.g. MAN-FACT parameters)­   Assist with negotiating contracts/business agreements/terms·         Manage time-to-market and time-to-volume issues·         Maintain ISO required documentation·         Maintain and manage computerized purchasing system·         Assist in other areas, as assigned  Requirements: ·         Bachelor’s degree in business discipline, or equivalent·         2-3 years procurement experience with retail printing and packaging·         A minimum of 1 yrs experience with Graphics, Marketing, Art and Design production ·         Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers·         Experience with offset digital and web printing a must·         Demonstrated knowledge of commercial and trade print purchasing and brokering·         Ability to influence without authority·         Proven track record of supplier management·         Experience with retail and commercial point-of-purchase displays·         MRP and supply chain experience·         Strong interpersonal skills·         Ability and willingness to travel (10%)·         Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively in English·         Well organized with good attention to details·         Computer literate (MS Word, Excel and Access)   Interested applicants should send resumes, with salary history.  Local Candidates Only        PNY is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Buyer - Coats/Outerwear Company: Burlington Coat Factory Location: Burlington, NJ Description: Buyer - Coats/Outerwear 1858859 Bring your passion for fashion to today's Burlington Coat Factory.  If you are interested in a career in retail, consider joining one of the largest off price retailers of apparel and home furnishings in the nation.  We always have a large selection of quality name brand merchandise at huge savings; coats, clothing and shoes for the whole family, fashionable accessories, home decor, and everything for baby.  Burlington means one-stop shopping for labels you love at prices you love even more.  With more than 400 stores, we're always looking for good talent that can drive results.  We currently have the following position available: Manages direct buying responsibility based on vendors or classifications and accountability for sales and margin performance within a product division against plan. Gets Results: * Opportunistically purchase highly compelling, quality, branded goods that represent an incredible value and inspiration to our customers. * Prioritizes preservation of liquidity. Partners with DMM and planner to mange Open to Buy on a 90 day and seasonal basis. * Manages receipts in terms of balancing assortments and flexing from flow verses pack-away; effectively alters receipt flow based on business trends. * Analyzes business performance daily and weekly. Promptly reacts to changes in the business. Attacks slow selling product with aggressive pricing action. * Manages pricing decisions, in partnership with DMM, to achieve competitive position and CIMU plans. * Shops all competition and BCF stores regularly indentifying opportunities, labels, and trends. Builds Relationships: * Uses influence to achieve business goals; Establishes strong relationships with vendors and exercises flexibility in approach to negotiations. * Establishes and maintains reputation of credibility and responsiveness in the marketplace by promptly returning vendor phone calls, and ensures timely follow up on outstanding issues. * Objectively assesses merchandise mix in order to continually improve assortments. Assesses the price/value relationship based on knowledge of market and current business. * Seeks out new resources to broaden merchandizing mix and pursues creative methods of seeking out desired merchandise. * Elicits critical information from vendors with regard to market trends and current buying activity of competitors. Works Collaboratively: * Partners with Planning and Allocation to achieve objectives * Trains and develops Assistant and Associate Buyers; creates agreed upon development goals with staff and works with them to achieve those milestones. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degr

Job Title: Associate Buyer Company: Burlington Coat Factory Location: Burlington, NJ Description: Bring your passion for fashion to today's Burlington Coat Factory.  If you are interested in a career in retail, consider joining one of the largest off price retailers of apparel and home furnishings in the nation.  We always have a large selection of quality name brand merchandise at huge savings; coats, clothing and shoes for the whole family, fashionable accessories, home decor, and everything for baby.  Burlington means one-stop shopping for labels you love at prices you love even more.  With more than 400 stores, we're always looking for good talent that can drive results.  We currently have the following position available: In this position you will be responsible for taking ownership of a portion of the buyer's overall business and manages the processes to achieve sales and margin objectives. * Utilizes a working knowledge of the buying function including merchandise selection, negotiation, pricing, planning and marketing merchandise to: * Develop and execute seasonal plans by vendor and overall department to maximize profit. * Partner with Planner to assure proper distribution of goods to each store. * Identify trends within department to help reach and exceed sales and margin plan. * Researches current and past business performance using on line systems and available reports * Communicates and negotiates with vendors for incentives and new items. * Calculates gross margin for department, considering future receipts, markdowns and sales. * Manages vendor performance to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives. * Negotiates availability, product specs, distribution, delivery deadlines and price * Shops competition and BDF stores identifying opportunities, labels and trends. * Travels to market, visits vendors with Buyers to assist in merchandise selection as well as selecting merchandise for their classes. * Works with department assortment plans and financial plans to track receipts and markup to impact gross margin Note: This position may assume some duties of the Assistant Buyer or Buyers Clerk depending on the organization structure such as order processing and markdowns Qualifications: * BS degree in retail, fashion or marketing * 2-3 years experience with retailer or as Assistant Buyer * Highly organized with excellent communication skills * Ability to prioritize workload * Strong math skills with ability to analyze statistics * MS Word and Excel experience * Decision making and creative ability Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods through out the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or Lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion. The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Travel to NYC on a weekly basis. Our ideal candidates will be self motivated, team players, who have the desire to succeed.  We care about our employees, have a supportive environment that values trust and respect, offer a competitive wage and benefits package that includes a generous paid time off plan, plus an associate discount, and a company matched 401(k) to name a few. Burlington Coat Factory is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Come join our team.  You're going to like it here! To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE

Job Title: Merchandising Buyer - Custom & Fabric Company: Company Confidential Location: East Rutherford, NJ Description: Merchandise Buyer – Custom & FabricA luxury chain is looking for a visionary buyer with experience in creating, developing and purchasing successful product assortments for all venues of business.  Candidate will develop long range plans and launch inventive merchandising strategies that will achieve target sales goals.Position Qualifications include:·         Brand & Product Management·         Global Sourcing & Development·         Store, Catalog, and E-Commerce Merchandising·         Vendor Negotiation & PartnershipsExperience in the following categories of Product:Custom Programs:·         Top of Bed (sheets, duvets, quilts, throws, pillows)·         Window Treatments (curtains, panels, drapes, valances, swags, scarves)·         Tabletop (table linens, placemats, napkins)·         Pillows (stock, custom, needlepoint, coordinates)Fabric & Accessories:·         Yard Goods·         Trim·         Fabric Accessories including bags, placemats, napkins and other complimentary products Experienced candidates must be able to identify opportunities, trends and offerings as they relate to the current assortment while re-affirming the brand to become an industry leader, impacting the business positively and providing results.If you believe that you have the experience and business acumen to make a difference and are excited for an opportunity to work for a luxury brand, please send your resume and salary requirements to Register to View .  Resumes received without salary requirements will not be considered.