Buyer-Packaged Food- SSC

YOUR FUTURE BEGINS AT THIS PREMIER DESTINATION

At Event Network, we believe the experience matters. As the leading operator of retail experiences at some of the most iconic and inspiring destinations across the United States, we infuse passion, creativity, and purpose into everything we do. Our team is dedicated to providing engaging and memorable retail environments that enhance the guest experience while reflecting the unique mission and values of each location we serve.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced, highly motivated, results‑oriented, creative merchant who can execute a product vision and source exceptional products. They will work closely with the Purchasing Director and Senior Merchant to understand product direction and needs, foster strong relationships with vendors, create and execute products to meet partner needs, and deliver budgeted KPIs.

• Source, develop, and manage dynamic product assortments that support the departmental and store goals, align with our partner institutions, and maximize sales potential.
• Work closely with Senior Merchant, Purchasing Directors, Product Development team, Planning and other functional partners to develop and implement cohesive product assortments.
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve the best possible price, terms, and quality while building strong vendor relationships.
• Determine initial buy quantities for assortments, partnering with the Planning department and Purchasing leaders as needed.
• Support assortment execution as needed, including order placement, vendor follow‑ups, and related activities.

• Meet or exceed revenue, SKU count, inventory, and margin goals.
• Regularly analyze your business, identify wins to maximize opportunities, and act on them.
• Work with Purchasing Directors and the Purchasing VP on overall inventory health and new product approvals.

• Foster strong relationships with internal team members and vendors to effectively deliver assortment needs.
• Work closely with the Merchandise Coordinator, providing any needed direction to resolve any item, PO, or invoicing challenges.

• Minimum 5+ years experience in retail product buying and/or product development.
• Experience with food development and knowledge of shelf life, food safety, and supply chain considerations a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, resourceful, proactive, and a fast learner.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Reliable and meets deadlines.
• Produces work efficiently and accurately.
• Team player with strong communication, relationship building, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fluid environment.
• High attention to detail, organized, and can effectively prioritize.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the Assistant Buyer is frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Ready to make an impact and be part of something extraordinary? Apply today and take the next step in your career journey with us!

Event Network celebrates diversity and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Team Members.

• Health and Wellness Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance;
  Basic Life and AD&D Insurance;
  Long‑Term Disability; plus Voluntary Benefits options 100% paid by employee:
  Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short‑Term Disability (for employees outside of CA, NY, NJ, HI, RI, Puerto Rico), Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet insurance.
• Retirement and Savings: 401(k) Retirement Plan;
  Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation Accrual;
  Sick Leave.
• Nine Paid Holidays.
• Profit Sharing Bonus Plan.
• Employee Discounts: 25% discount to shop at our stores; and a separate discount program with exclusive savings on a variety of brand‑name products, services, travel, entertainment, tickets, and more.