BUYER ASSISTANT

As an Administrative Assistant in Merchandising, you support the company buying process through effective communication with buyers and vendors, and processing orders and report information with attention to detail. You use your superior organizational skills to impact the buying team and the stores.

What You’ll Do:

• Communicate with vendors by telephone or email regarding order updates, market appointments, order confirmations, and selling information
• Communicate with buyers, stores and distribution center personnel frequently 
• Compile various reports and projects as assigned
• Update buy plans, purchase orders, and additional analysis tools on computer
• Key information into inventory database
• Demonstrate knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
• Adapt to learning new computer program and software
• Be available to work in office in Davenport, IA

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

We’re committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support for you and your family.

• Competitive wages
• Generous merchandise discount
• Comprehensive benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Promote from within philosophy - creates endless career opportunities!

ABOUT US:

Von Maur’s reputation as a company is directly tied to our legendary customer service. Still family owned today, our culture is built on supporting and valuing our employees who make it all possible. We’re committed to being a great place to work, where you can take pride in your work and grow professionally.