Principal Accountabilities:
Under general direction:* Responsible for merchandise selection and purchase including type, quality, source, timing, delivery, mix and promotion for one or more merchandise categories* Create and implement plans to maximize gross profit by coordinating sales, gross margin, inventory turnover, cost of promotion, and markdowns for categories managed* Select and evaluate vendors and negotiate product cost* May also have design (private label) responsibility

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in a related field *Equivalent years of experience in a substantially similar industry may be considered in lieu of a degree to be determined by the nature of the specific job and the hiring manager’s criteria * Minimum of five years of related experience preferred* Strong written and oral communication skills* Proficient PC skills

Knowledge & Application:
* Discipline expert, typically with a number of years post qualification e...