Buyer

As a Buyer at Hive for Her and Hive for Him, your responsibilities include supporting the Buying Team to maintain store inventories, analyzing market trends, and assisting in the procurement process. You'll manage inventory counts, create and update product listings, and handle damage claims efficiently. Collaboration with vendors and internal departments is crucial, ensuring a seamless workflow throughout operations.

To apply for the Buyer position at Hive for Her and Hive for Him, candidates should have 2-3 years of buying experience in luxury retail, proficiency in POS systems, and strong competence in MAC Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Applications. Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills are also essential to succeed in this role.

As a Buyer at Hive for Her and Hive for Him, you'll help drive sales and improve gross margin performance by making strategic recommendations based on sales data and market trends. Collaborating with the sales team and leveraging your analytical skills will be key to enhancing overall profitability and meeting client expectations.

At Hive for Her and Hive for Him, expect a dynamic and supportive work environment that values God, family, and a strong company culture. The company provides opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative atmosphere, and a commitment to employee well-being, including holidays off and no work on Sundays.

Operational tasks for a Buyer at Hive for Her and Hive for Him include managing inventory counts, reporting discrepancies, creating purchase orders, and ensuring accurate product listings. Additionally, you will monitor shipment details, manage damage claims, and collaborate across departments to maintain a seamless operational flow.

When analyzing market trends, I prioritize data collection and review sales performance metrics. I also keep an eye on competitor activities and consumer behavior. This helps me make informed decisions about product selections, ensuring they align with what customers are looking for.

I have extensive experience with various inventory management systems, particularly POS software. I utilize these systems to maintain accurate stock levels, manage product listings, and resolve discrepancies, ensuring smooth operational flow.

Building strong vendor relationships is crucial. I approach it through regular communication, understanding their capabilities, and ensuring transparent feedback regarding products and deliveries. This collaborative approach leads to better negotiation outcomes and improved service levels.

Sourcing new products involves identifying market gaps and understanding customer preferences. I leverage trade shows, industry research, and direct interactions with potential vendors to discover innovative brands. Collaboration with the Buying Team also helps identify complementary products.

I handle discrepancies in inventory by first investigating the root cause, whether it's human error or system issues. I conduct thorough reconciliations to compare physical counts to system data and initiate corrective actions as needed while keeping a detailed report for future reference.

To ensure timely delivery, I maintain clear communication with vendors about shipping timelines, monitor order statuses closely, and use tracking systems. If any issues arise, I proactively address them to minimize delays, ensuring we meet our stock and sales goals.

I contribute to sales and margin performance by analyzing sales data and providing actionable insights to the team. I recommend product placements, promotional strategies, and manage pricing to help drive sales while keeping costs in check to enhance overall profitability.

One challenge I faced was adapting to sudden changes in market trends. I overcame this by staying informed through industry news and analytics platforms, allowing me to pivot quickly in product selections and adjust inventory accordingly to meet changing consumer demands.

I have hands-on experience managing e-commerce platforms, focusing on creating detailed product listings. This includes optimizing images, descriptions, and tagging to enhance user experience and boost search functionality, ultimately driving online sales.

Communication is vital in my work as a Buyer. It facilitates collaboration with the Buying Team, builds vendor relationships, and ensures alignment with other departments. I believe in maintaining transparent communication to foster trust and efficiency across the board.