| Merchandise Buyer III Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Merchandise Buyer III. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Merchandise Buyer III along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Merchandise Buyer III is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Merchandise Buyer II, Merchandise Buyer IV, Merchandise Buyer I, Buyer III, Merchandise Allocator, Merchandise Planner, Merchandise Planning Manager, Merchandise Buying Manager, Buyer IV |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Merchandise Buyer III |
| Selects, sources, and purchases merchandise that aligns with a company's brand, sales goals, and customer preferences. Analyzes market trends, sales data, and competitor activity to determine which items will drive profitability. Negotiates pricing, manages vendor relationships, and ensures timely delivery of merchandise. Collaborates with planning, marketing, and inventory teams to optimize product assortments and maintain stock levels. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. |
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| Also referred to as: Retail Buyer III |
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| Similar Jobs: Merchandise Buyer II, Merchandise Buyer IV, Merchandise Buyer I, Buyer III, Merchandise Allocator, Merchandise Planner, Merchandise Planning Manager, Merchandise Buying Manager, Buyer IV |
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| Level of Education: Merchandise Buyer III Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Merchandise Buyer III Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Merchandise Buyer III Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Merchandise Buyer III Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Merchandise Buyer III Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation |  |