Assistant Tack Buyer

Job DetailsJob Location: Corp Office - Decatur, TX 76234The Assistant Buyer supports purchasing and inventory decisions for assigned product categories across our retail stores, website, and roadshows. Working under the direction of a Buyer or Purchasing Manager, this role assists with sales analysis, purchase orders, product data, vendor communication, and new product research. The ideal candidate has hands-on horse experience, understands the western lifestyle, enjoys working with numbers, and is eager to learn the buying process. Duties/Responsibilities: · Assist with planning and tracking inventory levels for assigned product categories · Create, update, and monitor purchase orders · Communicate with vendors and help maintain strong vendor relationships · Analyze sales and inventory data to identify trends and opportunities · Maintain web products, item information, and product data accuracy · Assist with data entry, reporting, and product setup · Support sales forecasting and inventory planning · Research new products, brands, and western industry trends Required Skills/Abilities: · Hands-on horse experience and a genuine interest in the western lifestyle and equine industry · Working knowledge of common western tack and horse equipment; experience in any western discipline is welcome · Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and sorting/filtering · Comfortable learning from sales and inventory data and using it to support decisions · Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time-management skills · Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment · Quick learner who adapts well to new computer systems and processes · Positive, gritty, team-oriented attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills · Retail, merchandising, purchasing, inventory, or related experience is a plus Education and Experience: College Degree OR Purchasing Agent: 1 year Procurement: 1 year Physical Requirements: · This is primarily an office-based position requiring prolonged periods sitting at a computer · Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds Status: Non-exemptQualifications