The Retail Assistant Buyer supports the buying team in planning, purchasing, and managing merchandise to maximize sales, profitability, and inventory productivity. This role assists with vendor communication, purchase order management, sales analysis, product selection, sku setup and merchandising activities to ensure the right products are available at the right time.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist the Buyers in purchasing merchandise for assigned categories.
Create, track, and maintain purchase orders and vendor documentation.
Monitor inventory levels and recommend replenishment orders.
Maintain accurate product data, pricing, and item setup in retail systems.
Coordinate with vendors regarding shipments, product availability, and delivery schedules.
Review and resolve discrepancies related to orders, invoices, and inventory receipts.
Support the development of promotional plans
Collaborate with back of house and front of house teams
Research competitor offerings, pricing strategies, and industry trends.
Assist in product presentations, vendor meetings, and assortment reviews.
Manage inventory count process and assist with receiving as needed
Perform as needed cycle counts for inventory accuracy

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, Merchandising, Retail Management, Marketing, or related field preferred.
2-3 years of retail, merchandising, purchasing, or inventory management experience.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with retail systems preferred.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Key Competencies

Merchandise Planning
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Vendor Relations
Purchase Order Management
Time Management
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Team Collaboration
Commercial Awareness
Entrepreneurial mindset

Performance Metrics

Inventory accuracy
On-time purchase order completion
Sales and margin performance
Stock availability and fill rates
Vendor compliance
Forecast accuracy

Physical Job Requirements:

Sit frequently – 80%
Perform repetitive motion, as with a keyboard – frequently, 80%
Stand/move about – periodically, 20%
Kneel/bend – periodically, 10%
Reach at or above shoulder level – periodically, 10%
Reach at or below shoulder level – periodically, 10%
Stoop/squat – periodically, 10%
Lift up to 15lbs. – periodically, 10%

American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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