Assistant Buyer

About the role

As a Retail Assistant Buyer, you'll be a crucial part of our purchasing team, ensuring our stores are stocked with the best products at the best prices. You'll play a key role in maintaining optimal inventory levels and supporting our stores' success. Pet Station is a community of pet lovers who are passionate about providing the best possible care for animals. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where every employee's contribution is valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly ordering for assigned product categories and/or stores, ensuring accuracy and meeting order deadlines, and timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate cost and retail pricing information, optimizing profitability and customer value.
• Assist stores with pricing special orders they have placed.
• Monitor and adjust minimum/maximum inventory levels to meet purchasing needs and maintain optimal stock positions.
• Participate in maintaining weekly records related to budgets, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
• Ensure purchase order accuracy and integrity, minimizing errors and maximizing efficiency.
• Ensure accurate product entry and data management in our systems.
• Collaborate with the purchasing team on product entry/exit strategies and inactivation.
• Provide support to stores during emergencies, including coverage as needed.
• Conduct competitive shopping to analyze product offerings and pricing strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years experience working in a retail environment is required.

Qualifications

• Analytical: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage inventory and pricing effectively.
• Detail-Oriented: A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy in all tasks.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to collaborate with vendors, stores, and the purchasing team.
• Organizational: Exceptional organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Team Player: A positive attitude and a willingness to collaborate and support others.

Benefits

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where every employee's contribution is valued. At Pet Station, we believe in teamwork, professional growth, and a commitment to animal welfare.

Pay

$18.00 per hour