Character Development

is Part of Every Great

Story

Who we are

Borders Group is a leading global retailer of books, music, movies, gifts and stationery. We are a Fortune 500 Company with 2004 total store sales of $3.9 billion and a net income of $159.1 million

• 462 Borders superstores in the US

• 42 Borders International superstores in U.K., Asia Pacific

• 700 specialty retail stores

• Paperchase Products, Ltd.

Palo Alto, CA

Books, Music, Movies, Café and more…

• Borders • Waldenbooks• Borders Express• Borders.com teamed with Amazon.com

• Borders Outlet• Day by Day Calendars • Books, etc…• Brentano’s

Singapore

Careers at Borders Provide

• Limitless opportunity• Fast-paced environment• Unparalleled culture• Formalized employee development and

training• In 2004, 49% of positions filled internally

College Graduate Training Program

Provides an informative and interactive training program for May 2006 graduates. The program is designed with the following components to build a strong foundation for future leaders:

• Mentor Guidance

• Cross-Functional Team Project

• Operational Activities

• Professional Development Series

• Functional Learning Lessons

Merchandising/Logistics Organization

Logistics

Merchandising

Merchandise Operations and Supply Chain

Chief Product Officer

• Multimedia• Enhancements• Book

• Merch Systems & Integration• Merch Planning & Analysis• Supply Chain & DC Planning• Merch Operations Support

Inventory Analyst

Reports toInventory Manager or Inventory Supervisor  Role Overview

The Inventory Analyst position is intended to offer professional Merchandising experience within Borders. In this position individuals will gain the foundational experience that will be required to advance to other Merchandising positions.

The Inventory Analyst is responsible for replenishing and allocating items within their assigned category. This position is responsible for analyzing previous trends and data for assigned categories to ensure effective management of inventory. This position is also responsible for setting up items, adjusting stock levels and monitoring exceptions within the replenishment systems.

Merchandising Organization

Buying Team• Category Manager

• Buyer

• Assistant Buyer

• Marketing Specialist

Inventory Team• Inventory Manager

• Inventory Supervisor

• Inventory Analyst

Category Director

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Finance, Merchandising or equivalent experience

• Internship experience in marketing, merchandising or operations preferred

• Proven leadership abilities and demonstrated initiative• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Excellent analytical, fact-based decision making and

problem solving skills• Flexible and the ability to adapt to change• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work well under

pressure and manage time to meet deadlines• Strong analytical and problem solving skills• Demonstrated organization and prioritization skills• Outstanding work ethic and a commitment to excellence

Category Manager

Buyer

Assistant Buyer

Inventory Analyst

Buying Career Path

Performance Feedback

• Weekly or bi-weekly one-on-ones with your manager

• Midpoint touch base• Annual performance appraisal and merit

increase• Two-way feedback

Value of Employment

Our People Strategy

• Employee Development• Pay & Rewards• Benefits & Services• Work Environment

• Allows for attraction, retention and increased productivity

• Strengthens the value each employee gets from being a part of Borders Group

Value of Employment Components

•Base Pay•Pay Increases•Paid Personal Time•Paid Sick Time•Paid Vacation Time•Stock Options•Merchandise Discount•Rewards & Recognition

•Medical•Dental•Life•Disability•Vision•401(k)•Domestic Partner Benefits•Foundation Grant Assistance•Group Rate Discounts•Work/Life Balance Services

•Flexible Work Schedule•Access to Technology•Safe Work Environment•Job Security•Casual Dress Code•Social Activities & Events•Volunteer Programs•Diverse Workforce•Open Communication•Confidence in Leadership

•Job-specific Training•Technical Training•Management / LeadershipTraining

•Opportunity to Learn from Manager / Mentor

•Career Advancement Opportunities•Succession Planning

Character Development is

Part of Every Great Story