BIG's Buying Group
BIG attracts jewelers that have a desire to understand their businesses at a more advanced level. They look to improve their bottom lines through pro-actively managing and merchandising inventory, setting clear marketing goals and employing sound financial discipline. Because BIG is a consulting company in addition to a Buying Group, jewelers take advantage having access to the BIG to consult with on a variety of business issues.
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“Under BIG’s guidance, we grew our business from an 800 square feet custom store to a 7,000 square foot store, and from 2 employees to 17 in just 5 years.“ Mark & Monika Clodius, Clodius & Company |
Mission Statement
Buyers International Group (BIG) mission is to improve the financial health and stability of the jewelry industry. We accomplish this by creating business efficiencies, improving cash flow and increasing profitability with innovative inventory management, merchandising and buying practices for retailers and manufacturers, as well as providing education to the trade via buying shows and events.
The Evolution of BIG
Abe Sherman, CEO of BIG and Inventor of Balance to Buy™, has a passion for understanding inventory that is at the foundation on which BIG’s Buying Group has evolved. Through Abe’s insight and industry knowledge, BIG began doing consulting for jewelers providing innovative solutions to analyzing inventory resulting in improved buying decisions, inventory turn, and improved profit margins. While BIG started as a buying group, inventory analysis has become an integral part of its offerings. In 2007, BIG launched an online inventory and merchandising tool called Balance to Buy™ that is reshaping the way the way the industry views inventory.
Buying Group Benefits
• Carefully selected manufacturers
• Specially negotiated product pricing
• Comprehensive Basic stock programs
• Telephone and email support by BIG
• Show floor consultations at regional trade shows and JCK
• BIG Online monthly trainings
• Discount on Balance to Buy™
Call us at 707-257-1456 or email info@BIGjewelers.com and we'll give you a sense of just how much BIG can do for you!
