Assistant Buyer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Create and manage optimal assortments by category/collection in line with the assortment segmentation strategy, taking into account store-specific requirements based on capacity, sales volume, and demographics.

• Liaise and oversee assortment modifications with merchandising, inventory, and visual merchandising teams.

• Evaluate sales trends by frame collection, network brand, and segment on a bi-annual basis or as necessary, suggesting merchandising assortment adjustments by cluster to enhance profit margins.

• Support buyers in selecting and organizing samples for each category.

• Request new samples and coordinate their organization.

• Aid buyers with SKU attribute configuration, collaborating with vendors as required.

• Assist buyers with order entry, frame samples, sales reports, and other necessary processes.

• Address inquiries and requests from stores and resolve any customer or store-related issues.

• Adhere to HIPAA and company privacy and security regulations.

• Execute additional vital responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma, Associate degree, or equivalent professional experience.

• Three to five (3-5) years of relevant work experience.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the capability to carry out detailed tasks and processes.

• Strong focus on customer service.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.

• Strong skills in retail mathematics.

• Capability to calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, as well as to create and interpret graphs.

• Strong critical thinking skills; enjoys tackling complex problems.

• Ability to logically follow procedures and instructions.

• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, use hands repetitively, talk or hear, and frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

• Dedication to precision and accuracy.

• Capacity to manage multiple assignments/tasks efficiently amidst interruptions and deadlines.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with all departments within the Company.

• Must adhere to HIPAA regulations and company data security policies.

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Employee discounts and perks.