Buyer Assistant

Responsibilities

• Prepares weekly sales reports for distribution to GM and Operations management teams.
• Analyzes sales using reporting tools (MMS, RetailIDEAS) as needed for assortment reviews, vendor reviews, internal/external presentations, test programs, and additional reporting as necessary to support sales and merchandise strategy.
• Works closely with Merchandise Control team to maintain SKU and pricing information.
• Communicates vendor/product information to the Planning and Allocation team including assortment plans, and lead times.
• Affords assistance in the assortment execution online including gathering images and proofreading copy.
• Executes purchase orders for test programs and seasonal programs.
• Responds to inquiries from the field operations team regarding product assortments for the existing and new retail locations.
• Corresponds with prospective vendors on an ongoing basis and communicates status in the review process.
• Communicates with vendors continually regarding the product, pricing, minimums, terms, shipping, labor code compliance, digital imagery, and other vendor-related concerns.
• Updates and distributes assortment plans, term sheets, and correspondence letters to vendors.
• Proofs that pricing and vendor information is accurate in the system.
• Proofreads correspondence letters.
• Maintains and organizes vendor samples of approved assortment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Educational background in business, marketing, or retail merchandise preferred.
• Work experience in a retail environment is required.
• Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Must possess superior oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, including an understanding of retail math.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships with other departments.