Assistant Buyer

The Assistant Buyer ultimately supports the Buyer/Divisional Merchandise Manager in achieving all aspects of assigned category financial targets. They are responsible for providing analytical, operational, and clerical support as well as working with cross-functional partners to execute all category strategies efficiently and accurately.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting the Buyer/Divisional Merchandise Manager with all buying related tasks including but not limited to:


• SKU creation/ maintenance


• PIM management


• Store Allocation/ transfers


• Maintaining individual category inboxes


• Catalog editing and proofing


• Sales reporting as needed


• Assist in preparation for new store openings, which may include supplying tags, selling tools, overnight travel to the store, etc.


• Manage all photoshoot supporting documents for marketing: Google Docs (visual and excel), transfers, ETA dates


• Help initiate the Product Launch process for the assigned category: Store product request forms, Store launch document, transfer management, newness tracking files, etc.


• Partner with Omni Channel Assistant Buyers to ensure the product is merchandised in relation to trend (sales, inventory, newness, clearance, etc.)


• Clear knowledge of target customer and competitive market


• Other duties may be determined by management to perform the necessary functions of the position, on an as-needed basis.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising, Design, Business, Marketing, or related field required.


• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook).


• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work closely as a team member.


• Previous buying and sales/management experience is a plus