MAY 21, 2015

Davidson's Seeking Buyer For Prescott Purchasing Department Team

Position Overview
Davidson's is an innovative leader in firearms distribution recognized for its excellence in creative marketing, technology, and world-class customer service. Davidson's is currently seeking a Buyer to join its Purchasing Department and hardworking team in Prescott.

As a Buyer, you will plan and coordinate activities involved with purchasing the firearms, accessories, and ammunition needed to sustain and enrich Davidson's inventory. You will act as a primary point of contact between Davidson's and its suppliers, negotiating and securing the best available terms and pricing, while cultivating strong long-term vendor relationships. Your ability to multi-task and work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment will be key to driving the best possible outcomes.

Responsibilities include:
  • Monitor the entire purchasing process, and coordinate heavily with the Sales and Marketing departments for the promotion of your purchased products
  • Negotiate special pricing incentives and agreements with suppliers
  • Resolve vendor grievances and claims against suppliers.
  • Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
  • Monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery, follow up on open orders.
  • Utilize and manage internal Buyers' software and systems
  • Liaison with other departments, particularly Operations and Accounting.
  • Help determine Purchasing Department targets/budgets for your lines
  • Performing duties in an independent manner with little or no need for direct supervision
  • Work as part of an integral team


Job Requirements:
A solid understanding the firearms industry and a passion for firearms
Preferred five (5) years' experience as a buyer within the sporting goods industry
Ability to travel up to 25% of time spent to trade shows and vendor meetings
Ability to communicate in a professional and articulate manner with internal and external contacts at all levels
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and experience with Purchasing Systems.
Must be at least 21 years of age
Able to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening

Benefits
Davidson's is a business casual environment that offers a generous benefits compensation package including a salary plus a quarterly bonus plan, voluntary benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, optional flexible spending accounts, short-term/ long-term disability plans and a 401(k) plan with an unlimited 25% match.

About Davidson's
Founded in 1932, Davidson's has grown into one of the nation's top firearms wholesalers. Located in Prescott, Arizona it proudly distributes over 80 brands of firearms to dealers nationwide. Davidson's "GuaranteeD Lifetime Replacement Program" and its consumer website GalleryofGuns.com are two of the Davidson's unique services designed to help promote the business of our dealers.

Davidson's is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to promoting a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, gender, or national origin.

To apply for this position, resumes may be emailed to hr@davidsonsinc.com, or mailed to/dropped off at 6100 Wilkinson Drive in Prescott, AZ.