Description
Mardel Christian & Education is the only brick and mortar national Christian bookstore.
Our Mission: To equip the whole person by being a resource center that provides for spiritual and intellectual needs. Providing a large selection of faith-based products is just the start. No matter where the classroom is, we support our teachers with a wide selection of classroom supplies and homeschool curriculum. Our 40 stores are supported by the Mardel Corporate offices and warehouse located in Oklahoma City. Mardel offers home décor, apparel, music and gifts to fit any season making us your one stop shop!
Description
Mardel 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
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