What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandise Buyer position at Aloha Petroleum?
At Aloha we have great people working together, with aloha, to create an extraordinary company. We seek to be the type of workplace where we have mutual respect and teamwork. We want our fellow employees to enjoy their jobs. We care about and for one another. We believe in doing the right thing by each other and by our customers and business partners. This core value is consistent with our company name and our island heritage.
This role has a current pay range of $65,000 – $74,000. The listed pay range represents the company’s good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum base rate of pay for this position at the time of this posting. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their work location, qualifications, relevant experience, operational needs, demonstrated performance over time, and internal pay alignment.
We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits including access to health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO, and abundant career opportunities.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Responsible for implementing store sales programs that address areas including merchandising, advertising and promotion of our products within the Company Operated Stores.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for inside store sales for all Company Operated retail stores sales.
- Responsible for merchandise pricing activities.
- Establishes a unified effort in meeting Company goals by working closely with Area Supervisors, Store Managers, Management Trainees, Assistant Store Managers, Price Book Coordinator and Sales Associates as required.
- Oversees the purchasing of consumables for the stores.
- Coordinates pricing, rebates and promotions with vendors, and ensures that all promotions are properly executed.
- Provides proper training and guidance to the retail supervisors to ensure that goals are met.
- Keeps abreast of competition and customer needs.
- Develops plan-o-grams, displays and signage according to company image and standards.
- Analyzes reports for inventory control and shrinkage.
- Ensures that all OSHA health and safety requirements are met.
- Orders and coordinates the maintenance of equipment. (i.e. Ensures that equipment meets health codes and is in good repair).
- Ensures that friendly and quality customer service is provided at all times.
Daily Duties:
- Coordinates the daily operations of the purchasing and merchandising of inside retail sales of Company operated locations.
- Interacts with various internal staff and external professionals for services as needed.
- Meets with outside vendors for updates and negotiations.
- Work with the Price Book Coordinator position to ensure timely and accurate data is being provided to all store locations.
Periodic Duties:
- Monitors and provides periodic reports on the status of sales, programs, objectives and goals.
- Prepares monthly department report.
Occasional Duties:
- Conducts and prepares miscellaneous reports as needed.
- Attends seminars as needed.
- Perform other duties as needed.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Skills/Knowledge:
- Experienced in sales, purchasing, promotion and merchandising techniques.
- Knowledgeable in research, analyzing, strategic planning, budgets, general business, and financial operations.
- Possess basic computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Education/Training:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Valid driver’s license with clean traffic abstract required.
Experience:
- 2-5 years related buyer experience required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Works under regular office/store conditions.
Equipment Use:
- Frequent use of the telephone, computer, fax, copy machine, printer and various standard office equipment.
- Occasional use of hand truck, ladder, and other various merchandising equipment.
Work Hours:
- Monday-Friday: 8: a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with flexibility to work various hours including nights and weekends as required.
MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Requires attention to detail, concentration and alertness in performing verbal and written communications.
- Requires mathematical skills to gather statistical data and compose various reporting.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Continuous standing for extended periods of time, handling, fingering of documents and use of corrected vision.
- Frequent reaching; use of eye-hand-foot coordination, depth perception, and wide field of vision for operating miscellaneous equipment.
- Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, use of eye-hand-foot coordination for operating a vehicle, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Seldom climbing or balancing.
- Ability to visit/work at various Company sites.
COMMUNICATION DEMANDS:
- Effectively communicates in a professional manner using both verbal and written skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Salary : $65,000 - $74,000
