Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs in Norfolk, VA

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)

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Assistant Buyer - FD (Candy)
  • Family Dollar
  • Chesapeake, VA OTHER
  • General Summary:

    Assistant Buyers collaborate with Buyers to ensure company sales and profitability objectives are met through support of a primary merchandise category or categories. This position assists with the planning, purchasing, controlling and merchandising of assigned categories to support the Buyer, maximize the effectiveness of the Buying Unit and achieve sales, profits and market share objectives for the Company. Assistant Buyers support Buyers in sourcing, evaluating, negotiating and pricing products for specific merchandise lines. This responsibility includes day-to-day operational and administrative functions to ensure smooth operations within the buying department. Assistant Buyers must possess and rely on product and industry experience to plan, execute and accomplish goals. This position is responsible for embracing Family Dollar's store-centric commitment to customers, customer service and sales.

    Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
    • In conjunction with Buyers, develop competitive customer and market strategies that involve targeted merchandise selection, proper assortment and accurate pricing plans
    • In conjunction with Buyers, create/select ads and endcaps for stores. Proof read ads and coupons prior to review with Buyers to ensure accuracy
    • Assist Buyers with all fashion, seasonal and other applicable programs to maximize sales and achieve company goals
    • Create Microstrategy and other reports as requested by Buyers
    • Analyze categories on a regular basis to identify opportunities, trends, and sales shortfalls. Review findings with Buyers and design specific, targeted action plans to enhance sales
    • Actively participate in the approval process for all decisions pertaining to assortment planning
    • Participate in the pre and post line review process as needed, which may include generating reports, performing data analysis, working with schematics to create planograms, working with replenishment and following up on vendor responsibilities
    • Obtain samples and provide direction during advertising promotions. Perform quality control to ensure correct information is provided for both ads and signage
    • Assist Buyers with maintaining and tracking all funding (i.e. quarterly damage billings, co-op, special billings, vendor billings, etc.). Reconcile monthly co-op against advertising report and maintain yearly vendor co-op reports
    • Ensure merchandise quality standards are maintained in accordance with established Buyer specifications and FDS standards. In consort with the Quality Control Director and Buyers, actively work to identify and resolve quality issues
    • Maintain collaborative vendor partnerships, negotiate where applicable, and resolve vendor issues in a timely manner
    • Develop strong, collaborative internal relationships with Replenishment, Planning, Allocation and other departments to ensure departmental goals are understood and executed
    • Design and implement (with guidance from Buyers) an ongoing "action learning" program to gain proficiency in responsibilities such as negotiating, line reviews, demographic analysis, etc.
    • Continuously build upon and increase industry and product knowledge by reading monthly industry reports and enhancing systems knowledge
    • Shop local Family Dollar stores, as well as other comparative retail stores, on a regular basis to identify new trends and opportunities, evaluate merchandise mix, evaluate competition, and translate findings into executable product plans
    • Responsible for limited work-related travel (approximately 5-10% of the time)
    • Other job-related duties as assigned

    Minimum Requirements:
    • Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university or Associates Degree with additional experience / training preferred.
    • Experience: One (1) or more years of retail, buying, purchasing, replenishment or similar job-related experience.
    • Technical Skills: Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office desktop applications and Windows-based programs, as well as retail math; Merchandising, product, trend and analytical skills beneficial.

    Dollar Tree and Family Dollar are Equal Opportunity employers.
  • 2 Days Ago

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Plymouth, NC 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 an...
  • Just Posted

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Norfolk, VA 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 an...
  • 2 Days Ago

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Chesapeake, VA 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 an...
  • 2 Days Ago

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Portsmouth, VA 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 an...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Senior Buyer
  • Norfolk Public School District
  • Norfolk, VA FULL_TIME
  • Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 252 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year DEFINITION This is procurement work at the full performance/lead level with responsibility for conducting one or more procurement ...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Courier
  • DOMINION MANAGEMENT GROUP ENTERPRISES INC
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Dominion Management Group Enterprises Delivery Driver Job Description Summary As a Deliv...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Manager, Marine Procurement
  • CMA CGM Group
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Led by Rodolphe Saad, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warehouse Associate
  • American Freight Inc.
  • Newport News, VA
  • Number of hires for this role 3 **Job details** Salary $10 - $12 an hour Job Type Full-time Part-time **Full Job Descrip...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Flow Coordinator
  • ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Main Purpose of the Role: Cost mitigation through efficient routing and advancing of cargo to avoid terminal storage cos...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Inventory Specialist
  • WALGREENS
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Responsible for executing, monitoring, and training inventory best practices and standard operating procedures for the e...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Floor Associate
  • Dollar Tree
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 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
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 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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Parts Specialist
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 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 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 42 square miles (110 km2) (43.9%) is water. Norfolk is located at 36°55′N 76°12′W / 36.917°N 76.200°W / 36.917; -76.200 (36.8857° N, 76.2599° W) The city is located at the southeastern corner of Virginia at the junction of the Elizabeth River and the Chesapeake Bay. The Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (officially known as the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA) is the 37th largest in the United States, with an estimated...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs
$68,225 to $85,437
Norfolk, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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