RETAIL BUYER - CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

Our Corporate Merchandising team is seeking a self-motivated, results oriented RETAIL BUYER – CONSUMER ELECTRONICS.

This position is located in our corporate headquarters in Hilliard, a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Relocation assistance will be provided.

• →Own end‑to‑end category management for assigned consumer electronics categories, including assortment strategy, pricing, promotions, lifecycle management, and exit strategies
• →Source, evaluate, and negotiate with established and emerging consumer electronics vendors to bring differentiated, high‑demand products to market at competitive margins
• →Drive revenue growth, gross margin, inventory turns, and GMROI in alignment with Micro Center’s financial and strategic objectives
• →Lead vendor negotiations covering cost, terms, rebates, MDF, coop marketing, exclusives, bundles, and value‑added programs (VIR, attach, and promotional funding)
• →Build and execute category strategies based on consumer trends, product roadmaps, competitive intelligence, and store‑level performance data
• →Partner with Marketing and Web teams to shape omnichannel merchandising plans, promotional calendars, launches, and content that drive conversion both in‑store and online
• →Actively monitor competitive pricing, assortment, and promotions, making data‑driven adjustments to pricing and buys to remain market‑leading
• →Forecast demand and manage open‑to‑buy to ensure optimal inventory levels, minimizing risk while supporting peak selling periods and key launches
• →Analyze SKU‑level performance, vendor scorecards, and market data to optimize assortments and continuously improve category results
• →Identify and assess new business opportunities, technologies, and product categories consistent with Micro Center’s short‑ and long‑term growth strategies
• →Collaborate cross‑functionally with Distribution, Transportation, Stores, Web Development, Marketing, Finance, Planning, and Allocation teams to execute category plans seamlessly
• →Support store operations and sales teams through product knowledge, assortment rationale, and merchandising direction to enhance customer experience
• →Stay current on consumer electronics trends, technology advancements, and customer buying behavior to inform buying decisions and strategic recommendations

• B.S. Degree in Retail Merchandising, Marketing, or Business preferred
• A minimum of 5 years merchant experience as a Buyer in the Consumer Electronics industry
• Strong negotiation skills needed
• A proven track record of establishing and maintaining positive relationships with vendors
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and retail math skills
• Must be self-starter who is able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work with speed and accuracy
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be a team player
• Knowledge of purchasing and forecasting systems required as well as proficiency in MS Office with an emphasis on Excel and Outlook

Our core promise is to take care of our associates and our customers. That commitment has guided our culture, our growth, and our success for more than four decades—and it’s what makes Micro Center a truly exceptional place to build your career.