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Event Gifting supports corporate events and broader ITA Group solutions by delivering meaningful products and experiences that enhance the attendee experience. The Product Buyer manages 30+ programs annually and plays a key role in delivering successful client outcomes.
As an independent contributor, the Product Buyer is accountable for program-level decision-making, supplier management, financial performance, and execution success. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously while contributing to team collaboration and continuous improvement efforts.
Ability to work the time necessary to complete projects and/or meet deadlines.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
ITA Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.
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Product Buyer - Event Gifting
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What they do
A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.
$60,452 / year median in Iowa
-4% projected decline
Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Product Buyer Event Gifting is responsible for independently planning and executing Event Gifting programs from concept through final delivery. This role owns all aspects of assigned programs, including proposal development, supplier sourcing, pricing, and execution, ensuring programs are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.Event Gifting supports corporate events and broader ITA Group solutions by delivering meaningful products and experiences that enhance the attendee experience. The Product Buyer manages 30+ programs annually and plays a key role in delivering successful client outcomes.
As an independent contributor, the Product Buyer is accountable for program-level decision-making, supplier management, financial performance, and execution success. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously while contributing to team collaboration and continuous improvement efforts.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Two to four years experience in purchasing, inclusive of order management and accounting reconciliation Experience in a cross-functional, corporate environment Knowledge of group event industry a plus Ability to travel as neededExperience in merchandise pricing (margin and/or mark-up) Excellent skills with Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and ExcelExceptional attention to detail and accuracyExcellent organizational and time management skillsSuperior oral and written communication skills.Ability to work the time necessary to complete projects and/or meet deadlines.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
ITA Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.