Townsend Building Supply, a leading supplier of lumber and building materials in the Wiregrass area for over 80 years, is seeking a Retail Purchasing and Merchandising Specialist to join our growing team in Dothan, AL. This position is will require moderate travel to each of Townsend’s locations and also occasional overnight travel to attend training and trade shows will also be required.

Do you have experience in retail purchasing or merchandising and a passion for making a retail space that draws your customers in? Do you take great pride in performing your personal work every day and knowing that you’ve “crossed every T and dotted every I?” Does a product on a shelf turned the wrong way drive you crazy? If so, this may be the position for you!

If you want to be part of a company dedicated to helping you succeed, and the honor of working with the best employees and serving the greatest customers in the area, then Townsend Building Supply is the perfect place for you. Let’s build a great future together, Apply Today!

Townsend Offers:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Available after 30 days!
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid vacation after 6 months!
• 401k w/company match
• Advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation
• …………AND MUCH MORE!

Responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends.
• Identify new & trending product lines.
• Assist in the layout and maintenance of retail displays.
• Assist Department Managers in inventory cycle counting and monitor progress.
• Develop & monitor promotions, special buys, and general merchandising efforts in all branches.
• Utilize company software system to monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs.
• Monitor and report on inventory valuation and ROI targets.
• Research potential vendors and source special order products.
• Track orders and ensure accuracy and timeliness of delivery.
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts).
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications of the ideal candidate include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work experience in retail purchasing, merchandising, or inventory management.
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures.
• Experience with Inventory Counting.
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and/or Google Suite.
• High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of current office technology.
• Attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to pass background and drug screening.

Townsend Building Supply complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity in all its activities and programs and does not discriminate against anyone protected by law because of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, handicap, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Inventory management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Supply chain: 2 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)
• Merchandising: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person