Laptop & Computer Buyer in Brooklyn, New York at Focus Camera LLC.
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Job Description
Pay: Up to $110,000.00 per year + commission
Job description:
Laptop & Computer Buyer
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Company: Focus Camera
Focus Camera is seeking an experienced Laptop & Computer Buyer to lead purchasing
and assortment strategy for one of our emerging categories. This role is responsible for
sourcing, negotiating, and managing relationships with major manufacturers, distributors,
and sub-distributors while driving profitable growth across e-comm third party marketplace, Shopify, and direct to consumer channels.
The ideal candidate understands the unique dynamics of the consumer electronics
industry and has a proven track record purchasing laptops, desktops, and computer
accessories for high-volume online retail.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute purchasing strategies for laptops, desktops, and related
computer products.
- Build and maintain relationships with leading manufacturers, authorized
distributors, and sub-distributors.
- Negotiate pricing, rebates, marketing programs, payment terms, and inventory
allocations.
- Identify profitable purchasing opportunities, including closeouts and special buys.
- Manage inventory levels to maximize in-stock position while minimizing excess and
aging inventory.
- Analyze sales trends, marketplace pricing, competitive activity, and profitability to
make data-driven purchasing decisions.
- Partner with Marketing, Pricing, Marketplace, and Operations teams to optimize
product launches and promotional events.
- Expand vendor relationships and identify new product opportunities that support
company growth initiatives.
- Maintain awareness of market trends, product launches, and competitive
landscape within the PC industry.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience within the computer category.
- Demonstrated experience buying laptops, desktops, monitors, docks, or related
computing products.
- Extensive experience working with major brands, authorized distributors, and subdistributors.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce and marketplace retail, including Amazon,
Walmart, eBay, Shopify, and other online channels.
- Experience managing vendor negotiations, pricing strategy, inventory planning, and
promotional programs.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven purchasing decisions.
- Strong Excel and reporting skills; experience with ERP systems and inventory
management platforms preferred.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
Preferred Experience
- Existing relationships with leading PC manufacturers and distribution partners.
- Experience purchasing brands such as Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, LG, Samsung,
Microsoft, MSI, Intel, AMD, and Apple.
- Familiarity with marketplace pricing tools, channel strategy, and MAP compliance.
- Experience sourcing through distribution as well as secondary and closeout
channels.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced e-commerce environment,
understands the economics of online retail, and can identify opportunities that drive
profitable growth. The ideal candidate combines strong vendor relationships with
analytical decision-making and has a passion for building world-class product
assortments across multiple online marketplaces.
If you're an experienced technology buyer who knows how to source, negotiate, and grow a profitable computer business, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of professional experience do you have purchasing laptops, desktops, or computer hardware for a retailer, distributor, or e-commerce company?
- Please list the computer manufacturers, authorized distributors, and/or sub-distributors you have worked with when purchasing laptops, desktops, or computer hardware.
- Have you negotiated pricing, rebates, payment terms, marketing funds, or inventory allocations directly with manufacturers or authorized distributors?
- Which sales channels have you supported as a buyer?
Ability to Commute:
- Brooklyn, NY 11218 (Required)
Work Location: In person