Retail Buyer

Esposito Nursery Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Retail Buyer to supply Esposito Garden Center and Lily's Gifts and Apparel with merchandise suitable for each market.

The Retail Buyer will:
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services.
- Analyze market trends and negotiate pricing and contracts with suppliers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement procurement strategies.
- Utilize MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems to manage inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in supply chain management.

```Requirements```
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role.
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain management, and logistics.
- Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Tallahassee, FL 32308: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person