Buyer

Company: Gold Beach Lumber Yard, Inc
Location: Eugene
Posted on: January 10, 2026

Job Description:

Position Title: Buyer Location: Support Center - Eugene, OR 97401 Description: Buyer - Hardware and Lumber Retail Job Title: Retail Buyer – Hardware & Lumber (Growth-Focused) Location: [Insert Location] Type: Full-Time Are you a buyer who trusts data and instincts? We’re looking for a forward-thinking Retail Buyer to help shape the product mix of our hardware and lumber stores. This role is ideal for someone who isn’t afraid to take smart risks, test new product lines, and collaborate with marketing to drive sales and customer excitement. What You’ll Do: Source, select, and manage hardware and lumber products that meet customer needs and market trends Take calculated risks on new vendors, products, and assortments to grow sales and margins Analyze sales data, inventory turns, and trends to guide purchasing decisions Work closely with marketing to plan promotions, product launches, and seasonal campaigns Negotiate pricing, terms, and programs with vendors Maintain optimal inventory levels across locations Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and customer demand Source, select, and manage hardware and lumber products that meet customer needs and market trends Take calculated risks on new vendors, products, and assortments to grow sales and margins Analyze sales data, inventory turns, and trends to guide purchasing decisions Work closely with marketing to plan promotions, product launches, and seasonal campaigns Negotiate pricing, terms, and programs with vendors Maintain optimal inventory levels across locations Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and customer demand Qualifications What We’re Looking For: Experience as a Buyer or Purchasing professional in retail (hardware, lumber, building materials preferred) Comfortable making informed, strategic buying decisions—even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed Marketing experience or strong collaboration with marketing teams (promotions, merchandising, product storytelling) Strong analytical skills paired with creativity and curiosity Excellent negotiation and vendor-relationship skills Organized, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Experience as a Buyer or Purchasing professional in retail (hardware, lumber, building materials preferred) Comfortable making informed, strategic buying decisions—even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed Marketing experience or strong collaboration with marketing teams (promotions, merchandising, product storytelling) Strong analytical skills paired with creativity and curiosity Excellent negotiation and vendor-relationship skills Organized, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Why Join Us: Opportunity to influence product direction and store performance Room to experiment, innovate, and grow Collaborative team environment where ideas are welcomed Competitive pay and benefits Opportunity to influence product direction and store performance Room to experiment, innovate, and grow Collaborative team environment where ideas are welcomed Competitive pay and benefits If you’re excited by new ideas, enjoy blending buying strategy with marketing insight, and want to make a real impact in a growing hardware and lumber business, we’d love to hear from you. PI89b3d9f4e746-25448-39414394

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