Buyer Assistant – Westchester, IL

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Buyer Assistant

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Job Category

Merchandise Buying

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Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-time

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Overview

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Target Annualized Salary Range: $50k – $55k

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Job Description

Responsibilities

Category Management Support:

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.
Assists 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.

Vendor Relationship Management:

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
Proofing: Verifies that pricing and vendor information is accurate in the system. Proofreads correspondence letters.
Sample Management: Maintains and organizes vendor samples of approved assortment.

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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.

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Job Details

Pay Range $40,000.00 – $78,480.00 / year

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Pay Transparency

The annual salary/hourly rate range has been established based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. The exact starting salary/hourly rate within the range will depend on the role and the local market. This position may be eligible to participate in one of the Company’s incentive plans. The amount of any incentive payment varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, 401(k) plan, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable policies and plan documents.

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Equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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