Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. assists merchandise buyers in selecting merchandise, placing orders, and distributing inventory. Responsible for inventory replenishment with open-to-buy responsibilities over a segment of the buyer's department. Being a Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor. To be a Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Our retail client is looking for a Merchandise Assistant with 2 years' experience for a long term contract; this role is onsite Tuesday and Wednesday in Fort Collins, CO.
This role is $23 / hr W2 and could convert in the future.
Assists and supports 2-4 Buyers and an AVP, Merchandise Manager on a variety of administrative and clerical functions. Communicates with approximately 50 vendors between all merchants they support.
Monitors and edits domestic and import purchase orders and follows up on allocations and late vendor shipments. Interfaces with all levels of management and communicates with multiple internal and external contacts on a routine basis.
Coordinates all travel arrangements for assigned merchants and sets up vendor and agent visits in the home office. Creates and maintains spreadsheets to monitor weekly spend for merchants as necessary.
Assists and supports Merchandise Assistants and merchants outside of own area to include corporate buying offices as needed.
Major Areas of Responsibility
Purchase Orders
Prepares and writes domestic and import purchase orders. Enters and reviews electronic PO's via the Buyer Worksheet application.
Revises purchase orders daily and follows the purchase order change process. Ensures all necessary signatures are obtained for a letter of credit PO.
Receives authorization from Buyer to approve vendor shipping extensions and renegotiate costs as needed. Follows up with traffic / transportation departments as needed.
Vendor Communication
Initiates calls to vendors to solicit contact and address information to ensure vendor databases are accurate and updated.
General Office Duties, Vendor Samples and Special Projects
Organizes and maintains sample room and purges samples as needed.
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