Buying Assistant (1352)

Buying Assistant Under the guidance of the Merchandising Team, the Buying Assistant supports the planning, article and order creation of merchandise in the assigned department to optimize departmental sales and company profitability. The Buying Assistant will be responsible for delivering agreed business, revenue, and margin objectives in their area of responsibility. The Buying Assistant is an integral part of the Buying Team and is critical to the delivery of the Buying strategy. They must have a sound knowledge of the systems required to conduct their role successfully. They should be able to provide a clear communication link between parts of the business as well as have an entrepreneurial approach while maintaining the Company’s professional image. Responsibilities Enter merchandising data into internal systemsCommunicate with vendors and showroomsAssist with event coordinationCommunicate effectively across the business, keeping management up to date with their performance and any relevant business issues. Support the Buyer and Junior Buyer during the full buying cycleAssist with regular market researchPerform other responsibilities and tasks as assignedRequired: flexible to travel and able to attend off-site events outside of regularly scheduled work hours and days, including weekends, to support retail Qualifications And Experience Knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPointExcellent planning and organizational skillsGreat interpersonal skills and critical thinking skillsThorough understanding of the market and competitorsStrong creative writing skillsAbility to coordinate several competing prioritiesJewelry and merchandising experience preferredCollege degree preferred, High School diploma requiredPassion for jewelry is a must