Cambria
Buyer - Promotional Products & Accessories
Cambria, Circle Pines, Minnesota, United States, 55014
Job Title
The Buyer - Promotional Products and Accessories will provide professional support for the implementation, management, and evaluation for all phases of promotional products and accessories. This role is essential to driving our brand presence through high-quality merchandise while maintaining margin targets, supplier relationships, and inventory health. The Buyer-Promotional Products and Accessories will collaborate cross-functionally with key players in Marketing, Creative, Digital, Procurement, Sales, and Finance teams to ensure timely and cost-effective execution of product programs that align with our brand and customer strategies. This position will be responsible for managing promotional product inventory on our multiple webstores along with the Cambria Store in Belle Plaine, MN. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Sources, procures and makes purchases for the promotional product category for all of Cambria. This would include uniforms, promotional products, quartz accessories and other items deemed important to the business. These would be in accordance with company procedures and regulations Manages inventory at the Cambria Store in Belle Plaine, MN, webstores inclusive of Merchandise items on CambriaUSA website and the Print Store Executes the overall strategic business vision for a category Manages supplier relationships with total cost of ownership principles Works with suppliers to secure quotes and internal business partners to understand requirements Responsible for internal item set ups, min/max, lifecycle management Maintain strict control over inventory levels in order to meet internal and external demand of product utilizing the ERP system Expedites orders as needed Develop and implement efficiencies, standardized tools, practices and procedures Partner with external departments to construct and manage a category of business financial targets and budgets Leverage customer feedback to build product assortments with a data driven mindset Interact with other teams to set expectations, report on, and coordinate progress in a project Handles and resolves non-routine inquiries and problems for internal and external customers Uses computerized systems for tracking and gathering information, troubleshooting, recording, and providing data in support of customer service issues May include supporting and/or managing Marketing-led initiatives Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications & Skills Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail, high level of organization and initiative Strong project management skills Influential skills to gain support and inspire others Strong interpersonal skills to develop strong trusting relationships with internal and external partners Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills Computer skills using Oracle, Tableau, Word and complex Excel spreadsheets High initiative, self-directed and motivated Good business and financial acumen Able to effectively manage multiple competing priorities Minimum Requirements Education
: Bachelor's Degree Preferred Experience
: 3-5 years of purchasing experience. Promotional products experience preferred Systems
: Strong computer skills using Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel). Proficient with Google Suites, Oracle, Salesforce preferred Additional Requirements Managerial Requirements
: N/A Physical Requirements
: Office position requiring telephone and computer use. May stand or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift or move materials up to 40 lbs. Travel Requirements
: Local travel to other Cambria locations for meetings and store sales required Cambria's starting salary range for this position is $63,000 - $80,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hires for the position. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including work location, job-related experience, and relevant education and/or training. Cambria offers a competitive benefits package that encompasses Health and Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, 401(k) plus matching, Discretionary Profit Sharing, Flexible Spending Account; Life, Supplemental Life, and Disability Insurance; Referral Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount and Professional Development Assistance. At Cambria, dedication to philanthropy and our people is at the heart of who we are. We strive to make a meaningful difference in the world every day by prioritizing employee well-being and fostering inclusivity and empowerment. Under the banner of CambriaCares, our philanthropic endeavors show our commitment to our people and our community to uplift kids, support education, and contribute to a sustainable future. Offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
The Buyer - Promotional Products and Accessories will provide professional support for the implementation, management, and evaluation for all phases of promotional products and accessories. This role is essential to driving our brand presence through high-quality merchandise while maintaining margin targets, supplier relationships, and inventory health. The Buyer-Promotional Products and Accessories will collaborate cross-functionally with key players in Marketing, Creative, Digital, Procurement, Sales, and Finance teams to ensure timely and cost-effective execution of product programs that align with our brand and customer strategies. This position will be responsible for managing promotional product inventory on our multiple webstores along with the Cambria Store in Belle Plaine, MN. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Sources, procures and makes purchases for the promotional product category for all of Cambria. This would include uniforms, promotional products, quartz accessories and other items deemed important to the business. These would be in accordance with company procedures and regulations Manages inventory at the Cambria Store in Belle Plaine, MN, webstores inclusive of Merchandise items on CambriaUSA website and the Print Store Executes the overall strategic business vision for a category Manages supplier relationships with total cost of ownership principles Works with suppliers to secure quotes and internal business partners to understand requirements Responsible for internal item set ups, min/max, lifecycle management Maintain strict control over inventory levels in order to meet internal and external demand of product utilizing the ERP system Expedites orders as needed Develop and implement efficiencies, standardized tools, practices and procedures Partner with external departments to construct and manage a category of business financial targets and budgets Leverage customer feedback to build product assortments with a data driven mindset Interact with other teams to set expectations, report on, and coordinate progress in a project Handles and resolves non-routine inquiries and problems for internal and external customers Uses computerized systems for tracking and gathering information, troubleshooting, recording, and providing data in support of customer service issues May include supporting and/or managing Marketing-led initiatives Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications & Skills Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail, high level of organization and initiative Strong project management skills Influential skills to gain support and inspire others Strong interpersonal skills to develop strong trusting relationships with internal and external partners Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills Computer skills using Oracle, Tableau, Word and complex Excel spreadsheets High initiative, self-directed and motivated Good business and financial acumen Able to effectively manage multiple competing priorities Minimum Requirements Education
: Bachelor's Degree Preferred Experience
: 3-5 years of purchasing experience. Promotional products experience preferred Systems
: Strong computer skills using Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel). Proficient with Google Suites, Oracle, Salesforce preferred Additional Requirements Managerial Requirements
: N/A Physical Requirements
: Office position requiring telephone and computer use. May stand or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift or move materials up to 40 lbs. Travel Requirements
: Local travel to other Cambria locations for meetings and store sales required Cambria's starting salary range for this position is $63,000 - $80,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hires for the position. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including work location, job-related experience, and relevant education and/or training. Cambria offers a competitive benefits package that encompasses Health and Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, 401(k) plus matching, Discretionary Profit Sharing, Flexible Spending Account; Life, Supplemental Life, and Disability Insurance; Referral Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount and Professional Development Assistance. At Cambria, dedication to philanthropy and our people is at the heart of who we are. We strive to make a meaningful difference in the world every day by prioritizing employee well-being and fostering inclusivity and empowerment. Under the banner of CambriaCares, our philanthropic endeavors show our commitment to our people and our community to uplift kids, support education, and contribute to a sustainable future. Offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.