Buyer - Outdoor Power Equipment/Lawn & Garden - (Janesville, WI)

As a family owned company that has been in business for over 60yrs, embracing our associates as part of our family is important to us. Those values provide a strong sense of purpose and are why so many associates thrive in the Blain's environment. Key Position duties The successful applicant will possess 5-7 yrs retail buying experience, preferably with a experience in Outdoor Power Equipment and Lawn & Garden. Additional responsibilities of the Buyer include: * Schedule and participate in vendor meeting both on and off-site. * Research product and pricing and enter into negotiations with vendors. * Create internal and external marketing and advertising for assigned product lines. * Set-up new vendor accounts. * Maintain vendor price files and vendor relationships. * Establish and maintain budgets including financial planning, sales, inventory, turns and margins. * Maintain communications with DMM regarding vendor performance and order status. * Attend trade shows as needed throughout the year.