Associate Buyer (Hybrid)

Belk is a retail company seeking an Associate Buyer to drive merchandise strategy and assortments. The role involves purchasing and negotiating merchandise, collaborating with planners, and analyzing business trends to maximize opportunities.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute merchandise strategies and assortment plans, based on customer feedback and preferences, to deliver financial goals and business objectivesCollaborate with Buyer and Planner on development of merchandise financial plans and by-door plans by providing regular and timely input; assist in building clusters and determining assortment layersBuild and maintain strong partnerships with vendorsSelect merchandise; negotiate best costs and delivery of productIdentify business opportunities and risks in-season through analyzing sales performance and gathering marketplace information; implement strategies to ensure plans are achievedAnalyze the business to identify trends and capitalize on opportunitiesExecute advertising strategiesBuild a high quality merchant team by developing partnerships, leading, coaching and providing constructive feedbackTravels to all necessary markets and store tripsBuilds and maintains productive relationships with peers and members of the merchant teamAnalyzes business to the lowest level to identify opportunities in sales, inventory, and margin by store, department, and classReacts to business trends in a timely and efficient mannerMaintains professionalism in work relationships and habitsProvides direction, counseling and coaching to staffDevelops creative solutions to business issuesWorks effectively with staff and Divisional/BSS management to achieve sound financial and merchandising solutions based on analysis, input and experienceIdentifies emerging trends and shops competition and market regularlyCommunicates effectively with stores and vendorsRequires designated hybrid in-office work scheduleSkillsBachelor's degree and/or equivalent years of experience1-3 years of retail buying experience requiredDemonstrates strong analytical and problem solving skillsIs highly organized and able to multitaskBuilds and maintains productive relationships with peers and members of the merchant teamDemonstrates leadership and decision-making skillsDemonstrates strong listening, written and oral communication skillsAnalyzes business to the lowest level to identify opportunities in sales, inventory, and margin by store, department, and classReacts to business trends in a timely and efficient mannerAdapts to shifting circumstances in a business environmentPossesses strong merchandising, product and marketing skillsProficient in business-related computer software (Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, etc.)Company OverviewBelk, Inc. is the mainline department store company with 305 stores located in 16 Southern states. It was founded in 1888, and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.belk.com.Company H1B SponsorshipBelk has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 20 in 2025, 19 in 2024, 20 in 2023, 31 in 2022, 32 in 2021, 64 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.



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