Buyer, Intimate Apparel

Job description

Work with planner to develop and attain budgeted sales, gross margin and market share for assigned categories. Locate and select assortment for the enterprise and manage vendor relationships to maximize sales/margin and minimize costs. Demonstrate Kroger core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety - Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports - Develop and communicate corporate strategic category plans with a focus on division's needs - Maintain an awareness of current sales trends and assess impact on business needs - Create business plan for assigned categories - Create sales plan, display plans and ad plans customized for each division - Maintain division-specific Enterprise Sales Planning (ESP) tools and procedures - Review sales, profit and promotional performance by division - Source and select new products - Implement corporate pricing strategy; maintain competitiveness while maximizing sales and profit potential - Manage vendor relationships for the enterprise, including negotiating vendor allowances, payment terms, in-stocks and orders - Develop en...