Job Description

FURNITURE FIXTURE & EQUIPMENT BUYER (FF & E)

REPORTS TO: PURCHASING MANAGER

STATUS: EXEMPT

Summary

Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another’s achievements, and most importantly support each other.

At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves “Partners.” With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community.

Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit – one handshake at a time.

The FF & E Buyer reports to the Manager of Purchasing and will work alongside the Visual Merchandise, Construction, Real Estate and Facilities Departments. They will assist in the design, prototype, bidding, delivery, storage and total use of life of FF & E. It will be their responsibility to ensure the FF & E is produced and delivered on time, within scope, within specifications and within budget.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with manufacturers and suppliers to produce and deliver FF&E to retail stores, corporate offices and warehouses.
• Strategically source fixtures, furniture, equipment, flooring, lighting, general construction materials and other related FF&E.
• Collaborate with essential departments to create specifications, samples, pricing, RFP’s and budgets.
• Manage vendor relationships, including obtaining quotes, negotiating pricing, and ensuring timely deliveries.
• Ensure all FF&E items comply with company standards, quality requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Creating, maintaining and organizing all documentation related to FF&E purchases.
• Address and resolve any issues related to FF&E, such as delays, defects, or discrepancies.
• Develop rollout schedules and timelines for FF&E that are communicated to departments as required.
• Partner with accounting on budgeting and expense reporting.
• Ensure all supplier contracts are current.
• Create and maintain an FF&E library relevant to all samples.
• Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance, and appearance.
• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management.
• Adhere to all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Perform any additional duties that may be assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
• High School diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree in related field is preferred.
• 3-5 years experience in related field.
• Experience in a multi-unit retail environment is preferred.
• Experience with Purchasing Software or other tools necessary to manage inventory.

Competencies

• Strong written and oral communication throughout all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong MS Office skills.
• Strong team player willing to take on additional tasks as needed related to their field.
• Ability to form good working relationships with internal employees and suppliers.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• A reasonable understanding of Materials, Finishes, PMS/4CP, Laminates and other relatable FF & E manufacturing techniques.
• Ability to value-engineer FF&E without jeopardizing the look or structural integrity of the FF&E.
• Strong understanding of transporting goods: Freight, LTL, Full Truck, Rail, Air, Import, Cross Docking and other relatable methods of transportation.
• Strong understanding of warehousing FF&E: FIFO, LIFO, JIT, Reporting and other relatable warehousing strategies.
• Ensure Effective Communication - Listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas. Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Establish Trust - Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards. Ensures the protection of confidential information.

Boot Barn Benefits & Additional Compensation Opportunities

• Competitive salary.
• Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
• Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.*
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.*
• 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
• Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
• Opportunities for growth at every level – we are opening 50+ new stores each year.

*For eligible Boot Barn Partners

PAY RANGE: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00/yr*

*compensation varies based on geography, skills, experience, and tenure

Physical Demands

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Partner to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Standing, walking and squatting less than fifty percent of the work shift.
• Required to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation and reports.
• Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with partners and customers.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms.

[ ] Sedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking

[ X ] Light: Office work, some lifting, bending, stooping or kneeling, walking

[ ] Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting

[ ] Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbing

Work Environment

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

• The workspace is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated with the proper safety compliance.
• Noise levels are considered moderate.

Boot Barn, Inc. reserves the right to make exceptions to modify or eliminate this document or its content. This document supersedes all previous policies, procedures or guidelines pertaining to this subject.

Our core value of community bands us together in supportive and inclusive ways to drive our collective success. Boot Barn provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran or military status, disability, as well as any other protected status under the law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Boot Barn will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required by applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Boot Barn Store or Distribution Center or reach out to Human Resources at 1-949-453-4400, Option 4.

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