The J. Paul Getty Trust
Los Angeles, CA
Requisition Number 2018-3271
Regular Full-Time
Selects and purchases jewelry of appropriate cultural context for exhibitions and permanent collections for retail sale, generating revenue for the Retail & Merchandise Development Department while supporting the Getty's mission and standards and enhancing the visitors' experience at all store locations.
Major Job Responsibilities
- Researches, selects, and purchases jewelry for retail sale at the Getty Center and Villa stores and the online shop
- Manages a budget for each fiscal year, reporting monthly to the General Merchandise Manager on the status of investment funds and of sales goals
- Creates and monitors purchase orders and maintains appropriate inventory levels for all store locations
- Establishes and verifies terms of business with vendors
- Ensures that most profitable and cost-effective practices are implemented within the department
- Merchandises and maintains displays at all store locations
Qualifications
- GED/ High School
- Bachelor's degree and/or relevant related experience in specialty retail / bookstore
- 3-5 years Buyer experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Public speaking
- Solid negotiating skills
- Knowledge of inventory control procedures
- Analytical skills and advanced math skills
- Familiarity with budget management and annual reports and projections
- Strong knowledge of accounting procedures necessary
- Must be comfortable in deadline-driven environment
- Requires flexibility to react to the ever changing needs of a fast-paced business
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a Team
- Some travel required US and Int'l
We offer a first-class work environment and excellent benefits on your first day of employment including:
- Medical (choice of 3 health plans and dependent coverage available)
- Dental and Vision
- Paid vacation, sick and personal time
- Employee Retirement Savings Program, includes an employer contribution and match
- Free Fitness Center on-site
- Life Insurance
- Direct deposit, rideshare program, EAP and more
- Alternate work week with every other Friday off
For additional information about this position or to apply, please visit: https://jobs-getty.icims.com/jobs/3271/jewelry-buyer/job EOE.
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