Buyer

Eldorado Trading Company is an award-winning national distributor of adult toys, party supplies, and lingerie. Established in 1974, Eldorado has grown to become an industry leader. Eldorado’s office and warehouse is in Broomfield, Colorado, from which it distributes its 19,000 products to customers both nationally and internationally. Eldorado is known for its excellent customer service and is highly regarded within our industry.

Overview

Eldorado, is seeking a Buyer to manage vendor relationships, negotiate terms, and drive product selection and pricing strategies that support customer needs and company goals.

Key Responsibilities

Buying & Vendor Relations

• Negotiate pricing, discounts, payment and shipping terms, damage allowances, exclusivity, and other contract details.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and purchasing teams to assess customer needs, evaluate new products, and align on initiatives.
• Recommend markups, markdowns, customer discounts, and wholesale pricing in line with company financial goals.
• Build strong supplier relationships to secure priority access to new products, early deliveries, and business updates.
• Attend trade shows as assigned, which might include occasional nights and weekends.
• Strategically place seasonal or promotional buys.

Administrative & Compliance

• Resolve shipment discrepancies and mis-shipments, coordinating returns, discounts, or adjustments.
• Partner with receiving, stock control, and accounting on inventory or pricing issues.
• Enter and maintain product and order data within company software platforms.
• Plan and execute promotions such as monthly sales or liquidation events.
• Ensure all supplier products meet regulatory requirements (e.g., Prop 65, 510(k)) and vendors maintain product liability insurance.
• Assist with catalog creation and vendor visits to educate sales and marketing teams.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Active listening and clear, professional communication (email, phone, and in person).
• Ability to recognize and act on industry trends.
• Effective time management with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Team-oriented but capable of working independently.
• Service-driven mindset, supporting both internal and external partners.
• Proficient in MS Office with experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP Business One is preferred but not required). 

Reports To: Purchasing Director

Employment Type: Full Time – On Site

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00–4:30

Compensation: $57,000–$63,000, Depending On Experience              

Please send resumes to hiring2@eldorado.net 

Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Ancillary plans like Critical Illness, Legal, LTD, and AD&D

401K Matching

Paid Holidays & Vacation