Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs in Chattanooga, TN

Merchandise Buyer Assistant assists merchandise buyers in selecting merchandise, placing orders, and distributing inventory. May be responsible for some inventory replenishment but without open-to-buy responsibilities. Being a Merchandise Buyer Assistant may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor. To be a Merchandise Buyer Assistant typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant buyer
  • United Grocery Outlet
  • Athens, TN FULL_TIME
  • Job Title : Buyers Assistant Department : Buying

    Reports To : Director of Purchasing FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

    Summary

    Promote the general welfare of the company and support the mission statement by providing support to the buying department.

    Education and / or Experience

    High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Work Environment

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    none

    Qualifications

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Self Starter

    Multi task ability

    Strong attention to detail and organization

    Effective communicator

    Knowledge of retail industry

    Time commitment

    Good customer service skills

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

    Input purchase orders, proof daily receiving report, resolve issues as a group

    Handles not-on-file and price discrepancies as top priority

    Verifies that each new and existing item has the proper attributes programmed for food stamps, taxes and department status

    Supply store locations with vendor prices

    Compile reports for buying and or operating departments

    Complete work order through help desk and resolve cares

    Maintains movement reports on items scheduled for deletion from the item file

    Weekly maintenance of SMS reports, meat surveys, price changes and ad noticesAttend required department meetings / buying & SMS

    Maintain receiving, variance sheets, vendor batches and update SMS daily

    Participates in training activities to increase personal skill levels improving overall store operations and customer service

    Set up contracts and obtain quotes from freight companies.

    Competencies

    To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

    Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information.

    Ability to investigate, research and resolve continuous issues

    Ethics Treats people with respect and inspires the trust of others. Use the property of an employer only in ways properly authorized, and with the owner’s knowledge and consent.

    Will not solicit or accept employment outside of the company thus meriting confidence and integrity in this position. Upholds organizational policies and procedures

    Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

    Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

    Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

    Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

    Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

    Computer Skills General knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, and email software

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit for up to four hours; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

    Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. R967% %%retail%%

    Last updated : 2024-03-22

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Merchandise assistant
  • Family Dollar
  • Summerville, GA FULL_TIME
  • Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today. We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules a...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Tunnel, GA FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities From every day needs to special occasions, members need you, as their mini tour guide, to take them that special product Depending on the shift you work, your job could include moving...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Summerville, GA FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities From every day needs to special occasions, members need you, as their mini tour guide, to take them that special product Depending on the shift you work, your job could include moving...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • Ellijay, GA FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities From every day needs to special occasions, members need you, as their mini tour guide, to take them that special product Depending on the shift you work, your job could include moving...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • La Fayette, GA FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities Depending on the shift you work, your job could include moving inventory in the backroom, unloading trucks, fulfilling club pick-up orders or helping members while stocking shelves Fr...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Freight Handler Part-Time
  • FedEx Corp.
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • **Freight Handler Part-Time** CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH * Chattanooga, Tennessee * Handler/Dockworker FedEx Freight ** Share Jo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Early Morning Stock Associate
  • Ross Stores
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Personnel
  • Furniture Row
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • We are looking for driven individuals to join our Warehouse team in our store! Benefits we offer for Full-Time Employees...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Floor Associate
  • Dollar Tree
  • Hixson, TN
  • Store Dollar Tree Dollar Tree is seeking motivated individuals to support our Stores as we provide essential products at...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Floor Associate
  • Dollar Tree
  • Soddy Daisy, TN
  • Store Dollar Tree Dollar Tree is seeking motivated individuals to support our Stores as we provide essential products at...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Packaging Technician - 12hr Days
  • Sanofi
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • ABOUT US At Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, we have one overarching mission - to work passionately, challenging ourselves an...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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FT Receiver>
  • Food Lion
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • Food Lion - USA-TN-East Ridge-4340 Ringgold Road [Stocker / Retail Associate] As a Receiver @ Food Lion, you'll: Ensure ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Parts Specialist
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • The Parts Specialist will provide all retail and installer customers with a high level of service. This position will al...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are land and 7.4 square miles (19.2 km2), or 5.12%, are water. The most prominent natural features in and around Chattanooga are the Tennessee River and the surrounding mountains. The city is nestled between the southwestern Ridge-and-valley Appalachians and the foot of Walden's Ridge; the river separates the ridge from the western side of downtown. Several miles east, the city is bisected by Missionary Ridge. The Tennessee River is impounded by th...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs
$48,342 to $60,248
Chattanooga, Tennessee area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago