Wax Trax is hiring!  

Almost everyone has a passion for music, and many people collect vinyl, but that doesn't make you a Wax Trax staffer. Wax Trax is looking for someone who has been a major buyer for a major record store for years, handling any or all of the Big 3 record distributors and/or a One Stop. To be more specific, someone who has done this work for a minimum of 3 years. (See Experienced Buyer below)

Women, people of color, and LGBTQ are strongly encouraged to apply.

Experienced Buyer

We are looking for someone who has been a buyer for a major record store, handling any or all of the Big 3 record distributors and/or a One Stop. To be more specific, someone who has done this work for a minimum of 3 years. If you're out there, send us a resume! Compensation based on experience.  

Skills required 

1. Ability to lift heavy boxes of LPs
2. Ability to be moving around on your feet all day, including doing lots of squats! 
3. Proficient with Excel/Google Sheets
4. Experience with and an aptitude for understanding databases
5. 3 years or more experience as a buyer in a sizeable record store

Traits  

• Detail oriented
• Strong work ethic
• Self-starter
• Emotionally intelligent
• Talks to strangers
• Physically fit
  

Extra credit for:  

1. Experience with point of sale systems, databases, and/or ecommerce websites
2. Knowledge of and passion for music
3. Any other experience in the music industry
4. You don’t have to be in a band but it sure doesn’t hurt
   

Compensation:  

Salary varies based on experience. 

To apply:  

Send a resume and a cover letter with the word “resume” in the subject line to [email protected].  Please do NOT contact us by phone or in person regarding this position (unless we contact you first). It’s emails only to start the process.