Buyer Jobs in Tennessee

Job Title: Instructional Materials Buyer Company: Knowledge Tree Location: Memphis, TN Description: Manage Instructional Department of Educational Retail store; merchandising, pricing & marketing. The position of Instructional Buyer is a newly created position within the company and will be responsible for maintaining sufficient product inventory levels to maximize sales, margin & profitability. Supervises the Instructional Product Plan, visual merchandising, pricing and marketing efforts necessary to develop a profitable retail Instructional Department for the company. Duties include ordering and maintaining inventory levels using COUNTERPOINT software management system; directing Instructional related visual merchandising in our 4 stores, and other duties as directed. Reports to company President. Requires strong organizational skills and habits, proficiency in data entry, EXCEL, WORD; excellent communication skills both verbally and in written form. Work is performed in a retail setting and involves both desk and physical work. Extensive use of computer and telephone.

Job Title: Whole Body Buyer/Specialist Company: Whole Foods Location: Nashville, TN Description: Performs all functions related to breaking down deliveries and moving back stock to floor, and stoking shelves. Orders, replenishes, and merchandises wholebody products. Has some discretion regarding quantity and product selection. Sources some products from local vendors. Provides excellent customer service at all times. Responsibilities & Qualifications Duties and Responsibilities Perform all duties and responsibilities of Whole Body Team member. Orders, replenishes and merchandises product. Successfully oversee opening and closing shifts while maintaining retail standards. Comply with all applicable state Health and Safety Codes. Comply with all DSHEA Laws. Responsible for achieving margin targets and sales goals. Maintain awareness of new products, and regularly incorporate new products into overall product mix. Manage the buying/ordering process to meet Whole Foods market quality standards and maintain competitive pricing. Establish and maintain positive and productive vendor relationships. Provide excellent customer service. Perform other duties, as assigned by Team Leader.  Knowledge, skills and abilities required Minimum 1 year retail experience or equivalent. Analytical ability and proficiency in math needed to calculate margin monitor profitability and manage inventory. Proficient computer skills in Work, Excel and Outlook. Knowledge of Whole Body retail and quality standards. Comprehensive product knowledge. Excellent interpersonal and ability to train. Demonstrated decision-making ability and leadership skills. Able to perform physical requirements of job. Works well with other and participates as part of a team. Ability to work rotating shifts Monday through Sunday including some holidays. About Us At Whole Foods Market, we empower our Team Members to make their own decisions, thus creating an environment where people are treated with respect and are highly motivated to excel. We mentor Team Members through education and on-the-job experience. As a result, we are able to fill a majority of leadership roles from our existing team member base. We also recognize that there are individuals with talent outside of Whole Foods Market, and have training programs to bring those new leaders into the company. Our Team Members represent over 50 different nations. We are people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, yet all work together to meet the needs of our customers. We offer great benefits beginning with a full complement of medical and other traditional group health plan coverage, 401k plan, and a 20% discount at our stores. To learn more, apply your passion today.

Job Title: Associate Buyer Company: Tractor Supply Company Location: Brentwood, TN Description: Tractor Supply Company, the largest retail farm and ranch\store chain in the US, has an opening for an Associate Buyer in our Brentwood Store Support Center. To support and assist the buyer in all aspects of developing, communicating and executing the strategic business plans. Primary Duties: Assists in the coordination, execution and communication of the Line Review process with the guidance of the buyer Communicate, execute and monitor all line review detail. Provide detail of merchandise strategy to Planner for building assortment plans for new planograms. Hit milestone dates and communicate on a timely basis with partners in Merchandise Analysis, Inventory Mgmt, Logistics, Mdse Administration, Mdse Presentation, Sourcing, and Store Operations Develops and maintains a positive, productive day-to-day working relationship with assigned members of the Mdse Planning, Inventory Mgmt and Mdse Presentation Teams Executes details of the advertising process. This includes entering items into the Promotions Workbench, proofing all print advertising, and serving as the primary point of contact for the advertising and marketing departments related to the production details of our advertising and marketing. Handles all interaction and communication with the Merchandise Administration Team to include, but not limited to , new vendor setup, VPA management, marketing, support funds, volume rebates, markdown dollars and new and relocated store discounts Collaborates with Human Resources Store Operations and the Vendor Community in the development of Product Knowledge Training for Team Members Serves as primary point of contact for vendor and product specific issue resolution for all internal SSC departments and the distribution centers Serves as the primary owner of the Bluebook Product Catalog process and the Manager’s Meeting Show Buy Catalog Assists the Buyer as requested with the item selections process for endcaps, wingracks, clipstrips, two-tier baskets, cash register wraps and the vestibule Fully responsible for meeting deadlines, communication and executing the above listed responsibilities Assists the buyer as requested with test item selection, and executes the New Item Test Program Assists the buyer in the execution of Open Buying Days Travels as required by management to trade shows, vendor facilities, TSC store tours and off site training Assists new vendors, logistics, and supply chains to find the most cost effective way of transporting goods to assure the lowest possible landed cost Serves as secondary point of contact for both the vendors (primary contact is Buyer) and the field (primary contact is Mdse Administrator)

Job Title: Looking for Buyers Of Precious Metals Company: Location: Knoxville, TN Description: Company: Tennessee Gold Buyers Location: Morristown TN- College College Square Mall and Maryville TN Foothills Mall Base Pay: $8.00 /Hour Employee Type: Part-Time Manages Others: No Education: High School Contact: Register to View Description We buy jewelry, gold, platinum and silver no matter what condition for quick and instant cash. Tennessee Gold Buyers is looking for driven associates to achieve sales, service, and customer satisfaction. We have available at two locations: College Square Mall in Morristown TN and Foothills Mall in Maryville TN. Candidates must live locally to each respective location. The ideal candidate shines: ? Promoting and marketing our services at the store by building relationships, exceeding their expectations, serving their needs, and exemplifying integrity. ? Engaging customers and explaining our services Testing precious metals (gold / silver) on site and providing estimates to customer Able to complete transactions of gold and silver buying from the customers ? Ability to work under minimal supervision ? Cash handling experience in a retail environment preferred ? Assisting Manager with the daily operation of the store ? Reliable transportation is a must Benefits Include: Bi-Weekly pay. Hands-on training on precious metal testing and marketing / sales techniques Upbeat, motivating, positive work environment If you know without a doubt that you are a fit, let?s talk. Send your resume to Register to View or leave your resume at one of our kiosks in the Knoxville Center Mall or West Town Mall in Knoxville. Don't miss this opportunity! E.O.E.

Job Title: BUYER - ACCESSORIES/UNDERGARMENTS Company: Dollar General Corporation Location: Goodlettsville, TN Description: Are you ready for an exciting career move? We're a $10.5 billion company with more than 8,400 stores in 35 states and growing by hundreds of stores yearly.  We work in an energetic team atmosphere, and believe much of the success of our phenomenal growth is our commitment to developing our employees' potential.  We are committed to building our company with upbeat, talented, motivated persons who will move us toward our mission of  "Serving Others."  Dollar General's Buyer - Accessories/Undergarments, reporting to the Vice President Division Merchandise Manager, will require thorough knowledge of specific categories, including market trends, item cost, competitive issues and logistical issues to help facilitate customer satisfaction.  The Buyer - Accessories/Undergarments will maintain accurate vendor and item information to best control procurement and logistical flow of merchandise until it reaches our customer while also researching and negotiating vendor base to identify the best value for our customer.  The role will also penetrate new market share and will evaluate, select, design and develop merchandise for distribution and presentation in store.   Duties and Responsibilities Analyze and re-forecast departmental budget to ensure financial reward for our shareholders, i.e. sales, mark-up, inventory, turn.       Plan, evaluate and provide monthly projections for core items to maintain our 95% in-stock goal.            Assist all teamshare partners in matters that are directly or indirectly involved with merchandising, i.e. accounting, reorder, retail, distribution, import, logistics and vendors.             Maintain accurate vendor and item information to best control procurement and logistical flow of merchandise until it reaches our customer.  Research and negotiate vendor base to identify the best value for our customer.  Penetrate new market share while maximizing shareholders reward.  Evaluate, select, design, and develop merchandise for both core and non-core distribution and presentation in store.           Supervising, training and developing our team partners to support total development.               Develop line review and generate plan-o-grams for department and communicate these for proper presentation to our customer.       Make necessary vendor, market, orient and store visits.       Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through verbal, written and listening skills so that Merchandising's mission of customer satisfaction is achieved.Demonstrated planning and executing of annual budget.Demonstrated ability to be a team player and customer service driven, while maintaining the values of Dollar General.Demonstrated ability to effectively monitor and develop team partners to ensure a partnership in total development.Thorough knowledge of specific categories, including market trends, item cost, competitive issues and logistical issues to help facilitate customer satisfaction.Ability to demonstrate moral integrity and professionalism while negotiating issues to help facilitate customer satisfaction.Keen understanding of the dynamics of negotiating product and interpersonal knowledge of how to achieve Dollar General's goals.Ability to make decisions in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining an  enthusiastic sense of mission. Work Experience and/or Education Three to five years buying or category management experience.Experience with Accessories and/or Undergarments a big plus. College degree preferred, but not required.  Compensation will consist of a competitive salary based on your experience, with bonus potential.   Our Benefits Package Health, dental, vision and life insuranceLong term disabilityAccidental Death and Dismemberment insuranceCompany matched 401(k)Tuition reimbursementPaid vacationOn site child care, ATM, cafeteria and fitness facilityFree covered parkingFun, values centered work atmosphereCorporate casual dressRelocation Assistance  Dollar General is an Equal Opportunity Employer.