Merchandiser duties and responsibilities:

Buyers perform market research, product tests and evaluations and analyze competitors to determine what products are featured in stores, catalogs and online marketplaces. They often have the following responsibilities:

·   Developing an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders

·   Delivering a weekly purchase order report to supervisors that indicates the invoice number for all closed orders

·   Working within the management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders and report any back ordered or missing products

·   Assisting the Supply Chain Manager with maintaining inventory levels and materials on a regular basis

·   Effectively communicating with the management team to ensure all orders are accurate

Merchandiser skills and qualifications

Buyers use a combination of soft skills and industry knowledge to perform their duties effectively, which can include: 

·   Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members, clients and suppliers

·   Negotiation skills to work with suppliers and make better deals for the company

·   An understanding of purchase order software platforms

·   Good attention to detail to ensure all purchase orders are accurate

·   Ability to work with a team 

·   Math skills to make sure all calculations are correct and avoid any unforeseen losses for the company

·   IT skills to troubleshoot essential computer programs

Experience requirements

Experience requirements for a Buyer can vary from employer to employer. An entry-level Buyer position may not require as much work experience as a senior-level buyer position. It may also be beneficial to accept on-the-job training as a form of work experience.

salary expectations

Salary may depend on a candidate’s education, experience level and geographical location. 

Merchandiser Education requirements

Any bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or a related field. Or an MBA (master’s degree in business administration)

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