Hobby Lobby is the largest privately-owned arts-and-crafts retailer in the world. We believe people are our greatest asset and provide over 46,000 employees a culture of family in the work environment! We have over 1,000 stores in 48 states that offer over 80,000 items to our customers. These stores are supported by the over 12 million square feet of office, manufacturing and distribution campus located in Oklahoma City. Description. Hobby Lobby is seeking a full-time Buyer with a perfect mix of... more details
Hobby Lobby is the largest privately-owned arts-and-crafts retailer in the world. We believe people are our greatest asset and provide over 46,000 employees a culture of family in the work environment! We have over 1,000 stores in 48 states that offer over 80,000 items to our customers. These stores are supported by the over 12 million square feet of office, manufacturing and distribution campus located in Oklahoma City.
Description
Hobby Lobby is seeking a full-time Buyer with a perfect mix of dynamic, creative abilities such as identifying current trends and executing strong contributions to the bottom line. Buyers will be working in an office setting, Monday through Friday, though travel days may be an exception. Buyers will be collaborating with other Buyers, Design Teams and Vendors.
*Please provide a résumé when applying for this position.
Responsibilities
Meet deadlines
Identify and keep abreast of market trends that our customers are interested in
Identify and qualify new manufacturers and vendors
Communicate effectively to deliver product’s requirements
Communicate important information to the appropriate teams
Build product collections through collaborations with other buyers
Manage product development from conception to purchase order
Analyze and manage vendor performance to maximize profitability
Meet and exceed margin and financial goals set by company leaders
Develop and propose new product concepts that are exciting and unique
Domestic and/or International travel may be required to work with vendors on sourcing new products
Creativity
Plans and organizes time and resources efficiently
Able to focus and apply analytical thinking such as collecting, analyzing and interpreting information
Problem solving, using logic and imagination to come up with an intelligent solution to situations
Team-oriented, possessing a positive attitude and effectively able to work with minimal supervision
Clearly expresses thoughts in written and spoken form
Can actively anticipate potential future problems and act to prevent or mitigate them
Physical ability to stand for long periods of time while attending trade shows or climb stairs when visiting factories
Microsoft Office experience with the following programs:
Microsoft Excel abilities matching the description found at the Excel Website
Microsoft Word experience mirroring the description at the Word Website
Microsoft Outlook skillset in keeping with the description at the Outlook Website
Education & Experience
Bachelor degree, preferably in business administration, merchandising, or marketing OR
Work experience within a buying capacity, preferably retail chain format OR
Combination of education and work experience
Benefits:
Competitive Wages
Medical, Dental and Prescription Plan
401(k) Program with company match
Paid Vacation
Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO)
Employee Discount
Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
Flexible Spending Plan
Holiday Pay
Integris Clinic and Pharmacy on campus
Chaplain Services on campus
Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For reasonable accommodation of disability during the hiring process call (877) 303-4547.
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