Cashiers Associate

Shift: Flexible
Status: Regular

Bring your passion for fashion to today's Burlington Coat Factory. If you are interested in a career in retail, consider joining one of the largest off price retailers of apparel and home furnishings in the nation. We always have a large selection of quality name brand merchandise at huge savings; coats, clothing and shoes for the whole family, fashionable accessories, home decor, and everything for baby. Burlington means one-stop shopping for labels you love at prices you love even more. With more than 450 stores, we're always looking for good talent that can drive results.



Position Summary:

Provides leadership driving all stores related category strategies and contract negotiations.

Managed categories include construction, fixtures, facilities maintenance, lighting, flooring, capital projects, operational supplies and real estate.

Perform end to end category management functions including analyzing third party spend, sourcing, and performing market analysis identifying opportunities enabling business partner category strategies while ensuring implementation of quality business solutions and cost optimization.

Develops relationships and provides leadership influencing strategic category direction to executive management and cross functional teams performing RFx activities including supporting business requirement definition.

Provides guidance and ensures adherence to procurement processes and policy compliance across the enterprise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Be the central point of expertise and knowledge for commercial aspects of category

Develop and consistently execute category strategies

Analyze category markets and assess risk, gathering intelligence on fundamental conditions and technical information that affects the commodity. Develop sourcing strategies and category management strategies based on market intelligence gathered

Oversee RFI, RFP contract development, review processes and utilize appropriate support tools to enhance sustainable results

Negotiate and manage key supplier relationships and supply contracts

Maintain regular contact with current suppliers and resolve ongoing issues as needed

Gather and analyze feedback from Stores and DCs regarding product quality and supplier performance on a monthly basis

Work with Stores and DCs to determine category specifications and develop potential alternative lower-cost solutions

Maintain current status of all category contracts and agreements on a continuous basis

Lead cross functional sourcing teams / Interact cross-functionally with all other departments at BCF and serve as an effective and value-added service for the entire organization

Promote continuous improvement/cost reductions on a regular and proactive basis

Monitor category purchasing reports and ensure compliance with appropriate established policies an

Direct Supervisor Job Requirements - Internal Use Only - Must be available nights and weekends

Our ideal candidates will be self motivated, team players, who have the desire to succeed. We care about our employees, have a supportive environment that values trust and respect, offer a competitive wage and benefits package that includes a generous paid time off plan, plus an associate discount, and a company matched 401(k) to name a few.

Burlington Coat Factory is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!