Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs in State College, PA

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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Buyer Assistant
  • MAG Industries LTD
  • Tyrone, PA FULL_TIME
  • MAG Industries Ltd. is a wholesale distributor & manufacturer of vape, tobacco, and hemp products, supplying thousands of smoke shops, convenience stores, and other retailers in over a dozen states. Founded by siblings in 2020, MAG is a family owned & operated company with a challenging but fun work environment unlike any other.

    Job Summary:

    The Buyer Assistant will assist with the purchasing of materials necessary to maintain distribution and production inventory.

    Duties/Responsibilities:

    • Create new vendors and products in CRM system.
    • Issue purchase orders, within prescribed dollar limits, to vendors, in a timely manner, with all necessary information.
    • Review and analyze past due purchase orders.
    • Contact vendors to expedite materials or resolve delivery issues.
    • Contact vendors concerning any discrepancies in pricing, availability, or substitutions.
    • Engage in consistent and ongoing vendor communications.
    • Collaborate cross functionally with Customer Service, Price List, and other areas, as required to support business and customer requirements.
    • Track deliveries and communicate with receiving and production department to ensure smooth and effective reception of incoming product.
    • Negotiate favorable terms, discounts, shipping schedule, etc. to improve and provide for profitability of operations.
    • Seek new sources of supply, contact, and interact with vendor representatives.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned.


    Required Skills/Abilities:

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
    • Efficient typing skills, with an emphasis on accuracy and legal aspects of purchasing.
    • Ability to compile information and make decisions.
    • Ability to work under pressure.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


    Education and Experience:

    • At least two years of retail, buying or sales experience required.
    • Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or related field preferred.


    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance


    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday
  • 12 Days Ago

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Assistant Buyer
  • Master Fast Track Training
  • State College, PA OTHER
  • Overview As an Assistant Buyer, you'll discover that we've hired you to eventually run your own business. Our business skills training program allows you to make crucial business decisions in a surpri...
  • 16 Days Ago

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MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Dollar Tree
  • Huntingdon, PA 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...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Buyer
  • Union Tank Car Company - UTLX
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • WHO WE ARE: Marmon Holdings, Inc., part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is one of the world’s most innovative and impactful industrial organizations. Marmon comprises more than 100 manufacturing and servi...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Buyer/Planner
  • Vontier
  • Altoona, PA OTHER
  • Purpose of Position Support daily production operations by sourcing and planning an optimum supply of material required for manufacturing to meet daily customer demand. The primary job responsibilitie...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Technical Buyer
  • Blair Companies
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • TECHNICAL BUYER Do you enjoy purchasing within a manufacturing setting? Are you familiar with manufacturing procurement, have a technical background, and have strong negotiation skills? Are you seekin...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Class A CDL Company Driver - 1yr EXP Required - Regional - Dry Van - $1.91k per week - Ryder
  • Ryder
  • State College, PA
  • Truck Driver Class A Regional. Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regional Truck Driver Company - 1yr EXP Required - Dry Van - $1.91k per week - Ryder
  • Ryder
  • State College, PA
  • Truck Driver Class A Regional. Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL-A Company Driver - 1yr EXP Required - Regional - Dry Van - $1.91k per week - Ryder
  • Ryder
  • State College, PA
  • Truck Driver Class A Regional. Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full Time Inventory Coordinator 0236
  • Jo-Ann
  • State College, PA
  • **Summary** The Inventory Coordinator's responsibility first and foremost is to deliver a premium customer experience by...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver Class A Solo Regional
  • Ryder System
  • LEWISTOWN, PA
  • Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at R...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver Class A Home Weekly Regional
  • Ryder System
  • LEWISTOWN, PA
  • Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at R...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver Class A Regional Solo
  • Ryder System
  • LEWISTOWN, PA
  • Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at R...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Helicopter Line Pilot
  • Geisinger
  • Troxelville, PA
  • Job Title: Helicopter Line Pilot Location: Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania Job Category: Transportation Schedule: Rotation Wor...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

State College is a home rule municipality in Centre County in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the largest designated borough in Pennsylvania. It is the principal borough of the six municipalities that make up the State College area, the largest settlement in Centre County and one of the principal cities of the greater State College-DuBois Combined Statistical Area with a combined population of 236,577 as of the 2010 United States Census. In the 2010 census, the borough population was 42,034 with approximately 105,000 living in the borough plus the surrounding townships often referred ...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs
$67,095 to $84,022
State College, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. in Helena, MT
It is their responsibility to assist the buyer in maintaining various schedules and deadlines, so strong organizational ability is also key.
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