Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs in West Covina, CA

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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Merchandise Buyer, International Retail
  • Skechers
  • Manhattan, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description

    Job Description

    Company Description

    Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers has spent 30 years helping men, women and kids everywhere look and feel good.

    Developing comfort technologies is at the foundation of all that we do delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products at a reasonable price.

    From our diverse footwear offering to a growing range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

    With international business representing over half of our total sales, we have product available in more than 180 countries and significant opportunities for continued expansion worldwide.

    We sell our collections direct to consumers through more than 4,450 Skechers stores around the globe and Skechers e-commerce sites, as well as through a network of third-party partners.

    A MULTI-BILLION-DOLLAR GLOBAL LEADER IN THE FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY.

    Job Description

    To select and procure the product assortment range for company owned retail stores in Europe utilizing factors such as OTB (open to buy) financials, localized market needs, seasonal trends, pricing strategies and SKU management needs.

    This position works closely with Planning, Allocations, Visual, Marketing and Store Operations.

    ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS-

    • Collaborates and works closely with the Director of International Merchandising and US Domestic Merchandisers in identifying quarterly and seasonal assortment selections.
    • Develop assortment plans tailored to the International market by driving sales based on store volume, sku count capabilities, and store capacities to ensure appropriate depth is achieved by store volume and size.
    • Effectively achieve company sales plans by consistently reviewing and editing product assortments within bulks and stores on a weekly basis
    • Review assortment sell thru, pricing opportunities by channel concept vs. outlet.
    • On monthly basis collaborates alignment with frontline's markdown and promo cadences and modify / adapt as appropriate for international locations.
    • Initiate quarterly buys for all new styles, re-buys for core carry over styles.
    • Identify, develop, and manage an assortment of new and core product ownership in the Belgium & UK warehouse to fulfill store replenishment.
    • Strong ability in Analyzing product history and trends, strategize and react, based on the findings from company generated reports to drive sales.
    • Provide guidance and vision to the allocations team that reflects the desired assortments in all store types, through the master assortment planning tool by Quarter.
    • Create assortment plans for all new stores, and referencing Top 24 by division.
    • Participate in all assortment meetings (retail and corporate)
    • Local Market Knowledge and Analysis
    • Understand local market holidays and their merchandising implications and product depth during these peak periods
    • Participates in the effective management of the localization of merchandise from the EDC (European & UK distribution center) product lines in a timely manner, accounting for product sensitivities
    • Understands which products have been identified to be advertised in mailers by the domestic brand merchants; understands big ideas
    • Manage website maintenance and ensure all retail bulks for at once are properly listed. Identify opportunities and prioritize work flow for the maximum impact on business growth.
    • Build seasonal product eCommerce strategies and ensure all products support the brand strategies, and make changes to drive continuous improvement.
    • Partner with Planning to ensure appropriate product distribution to maximize sales goals for international business
    • Participates in the management of OTB (open to buy) established by Planning by influencing quantities to order by style, color, and size for international locations
    • Partner with Allocations to develop and implement replenishment, reorder and store transfer plans for the international business
    • Pricing & Product Lifecycle Management, planned through the Quarterly Maps
    • Assists in identifying business opportunities and risks in-season through analyzing sales performance and gathering marketplace performance

    Qualifications

    • Ability to work on-site
    • Possess the strong ability to understand and act upon financial retail indicators such as sales, inventory productivity, and sell-through.
    • Organizational skills with ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time
    • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong computer skills, must be proficient in Microsoft Excel for reporting and analysis
    • Broad-based business acumen

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE-

    • Must Bachelor’s degree preferably with a business background
    • 4 years of general merchandising experience, Buying and Brand Building

    Additional Information

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.

    The employee frequently is required to walk; sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long period of times.

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    Pay range for this position is $85,000-$100,000.

    Benefits :

    • Paid Parental Leave : including time for fathers and adopting parents.
    • Short term & long term disability and life insurance at no cost to the employee.
    • Extensive medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple carries, including EPO, HPN and PPO plans.
    • Competitive 401k plan and employer matching.
    • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) offerings.
    • Paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday time.
    • Pet Insurance available.
    • Onsite wellness programs at company headquarters including fitness classes, acupuncture, and chiropractor.
    • Employee stock purchase program
    • Employee product discount of 50%; employee sample sales and family and friends discount throughout the year.
    • Skechers Company Culture and growth strategy is deeply infused with internal career growth and opportunities for learning.
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Assistant buyer
  • LULUS FASHION LOUNGE LLC
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Details Level Entry Job Location LA Office - Los Angeles, CA Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $24.25 - $29.50 Hourly Job Shift Job Category Entry Level Descriptio...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Assistant buyer
  • L.A. Grocery & Cafe
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • ABOUT THE ROLE : The Assistant Produce Buyer is crucial to supporting the Produce Buyer in the end-to-end purchasing process including twice weekly farmers' market pick-up, produce merchandising, and ...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Assistant buyer
  • Ross
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • ASSISTANT BUYER I About this opportunity .... The Assistant Buyer is a true learning role that allows you to build a foundation of merchant skills. As an Assistant Buyer, you will assist the buying te...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Assistant buyer
  • L.A. Grocery & Café
  • Los Angeles, CA FULL_TIME
  • Please apply here : https : / / lagrocerycafe.applytojob.com / apply / tGbe3CzMBy / Assistant-Produce-Buyer ABOUT THE ROLE : The Assistant Produce Buyer is crucial to supporting the Produce Buyer in t...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Merchandise assistant
  • Sam's Club
  • San Fernando, CA FULL_TIME
  • providing guidance and support to members regarding self- service technology; assisting members with purchasing decisions; locating merchandise; resolving member issues and concerns; and promoting the...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Cargo Handler - 1st & 2nd Shift
  • Forward Air Solutions
  • Carson, CA
  • Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners Use handheld scanners ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Associate>
  • Wesco
  • Anaheim, CA
  • Wesco - 5055 East Landon Drive [Material Handler / Freight Handler] As a Warehouse Associate at Wesco, you'll: Complete ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Receiver - Swing Shift 4PM - 1245AM M-F>
  • Rite Aid Corp.
  • Lancaster, CA
  • Rite Aid Corp. - 2801 West Avenue H [Warehouse Associate / Freight Handler] As a Receiver at Rite Aid Corp., you'll: Rec...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Shipping Clerk>
  • Dover
  • Grand Terrace, CA
  • Dover - Manuf. & Operations [Warehouse Associate / Freight Handler] As a Shipping Clerk at Dover, you'll: Load, unload, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Merchandise Assistant
  • Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company
  • Burbank, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Yoh has a contract opportunity for a Retail Merchandise Assistant with our client in the...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Freight Handler / Forklift Operator II 29/1/2022 - 108684
  • CEVA Logistics
  • Fontana, CA
  • **Location** Fontana, California, United States YOUR ROLE * Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal a...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Handler (Swing Shift)
  • Lynden Incorporated
  • Carson, CA
  • Lynden Logistics, a member of the Lynden Family of Companies, has roots in transportation going back more than 100 years...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Agent - LAX
  • G2 Secure Staff
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Description: To provide office support performing counter functions, document processing...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

West Covina is a city in Los Angeles County, California, located 19 miles (31 km) east of Downtown Los Angeles in the eastern San Gabriel Valley and is part of Greater Los Angeles. The population for the city was 106,098 at the 2010 census....
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs
$59,790 to $74,516
West Covina, California area prices
were up 3.2% from a year ago