Join Our Team as a Full-Time Central Gifts Buyer at Powell’s Books!
Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of Powell’s Books’ non-book offerings? We have an exciting opportunity for a Central Gifts Buyer who will be at the forefront of acquiring, merchandising, and managing inventory for all non-book products across the company. This dynamic role covers a wide range of categories and comes with the responsibility of overseeing a significant buying budget. We’re seeking someone with a deep knowledge of gift products, vendor relationships, and industry practices, who thrives on negotiating the best deals, including discounts and freight terms. If you’re passionate about sourcing unique and exciting items that will delight our customers, this could be the perfect fit for you! Ready to make an impact? Apply today and be a part of something extraordinary!
This is a remote position. There will be regular site visits to Powell’s locations in the Portland, Oregon area, as well as a weekly on-site meeting. Oregon residency is required.
Powell’s Books is known worldwide as a premier independent bookstore and an icon in the Portland community. We’re committed to fostering a culture and environment of inclusion, empowerment, and respect – a place where everyone can show up fully as themselves and do their best work every day.
Powell’s provides a number of benefits for full-time employees, including:
-Generous healthcare plan (medical, vision, and dental)
-401(k) savings plan
-Education benefit
-Childcare subsidy
-Employee discount that is also available to your significant other, children, parents, and siblings
-Book borrowing privileges
The regular schedule will be Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm (flex time)
Pay: $19 per hour, or more, depending on experience, for a 37.5 hour week
Closing Date: Thursday, October 3rd , 2024
Additional Information: Please include a cover letter with a brief description of relevant skills and experience and the reason why you’re interested in the position.
If you’re interested in applying for this position, and to see a full job description, please click on the link to our Career website: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=POWELLS&cws=39&rid=1464
