Your Role...:
This is an entry level position designed to introduce you to the world of buying. The successful applicant will support the Senior Category Manager & team with all administrative aspects of the buying role. This includes sku / vendor set up and maintenance, website copy issues, quality control and general administrative duties.
The applicant should be extremely hard working and resourceful, organised and creative. Applicants should be ambitious and committed to Blick and our customer base, continuously striving to improve internal processes and customer service. This role is largely administrative so applicants should have experience with reporting software and excel.
Major Position Responsibilities:
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Assist Category Manager in sourcing, reviewing and developing new product.
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Perform all product / vendor follow-up for Category Manager.
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Work with Category Manager in resolving pricing, quality and service of supply issues.
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Assist proofing catalog copy and pricing.
- Send, collect and process product information sheets from vendors.
- Work with buyer in documenting vendor meetings and appropriate follow up.
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Manage product database for all creative projects.
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Support communication to retail division for new products and promotional efforts.
- Ensure vendor compliance for quality, packaging, labeling and governmental standards (MSDS/CPSIA).
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Manage samples; incoming requests from vendors & outgoing to art department and outlet store.
- Continually monitor website for accuracy.
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Monitor back order status.
Required skills and experience:
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Entry level position, but retail experience a plus
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Four year on campus college degree
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2 or more years like- industry experience
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Detail orientated and analytical
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Proficient in excel, particularly pivot tables, vlookups and other formulas
Benefits Include:
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Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
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401K & Profit Sharing Plan
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Incentive Bonus Plans
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Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
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Paid Parental Leave
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Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
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Training Opportunities
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Basic & Optional Life Insurance
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Employee Discount
Who we are...:
Founded in 1911, Blick Art Materials is in its third generation of family ownership, and is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States.
Our Mission...:
At Blick Art Materials, our family owners and dedicated staff support the Visual Art Community by providing the widest selection of art supplies at the lowest prices. With extraordinary service and integrity, we strive to provide artists, educators, students, and our employees with the tools, assistance, and training they need to grow, innovate, and reach their creative potential.