Assistant Buyer, Kennedy Space Center

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a full-time Assistant Buyer to join our Retail team at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Merritt Island, Florida. In this role, you will work closely with the Senior Merchandise Manager to support the day-to-day operations of a dynamic retail business that serves millions of guests each year. You will play a critical role in maintaining inventory levels, managing purchase orders, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring products are available across multiple retail locations and growing e-commerce channels. As a key liaison between merchandising, warehouse, and store operations, you will help drive a seamless guest shopping experience while supporting a diverse assortment of merchandise ranging from apparel and souvenirs to specialty gifts.

If you are highly organized, analytical, and eager to build a career in retail merchandising and buying, this is an exciting opportunity to make an impact in a unique and fast-paced environment.

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match 
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

Delaware North is the food and beverage, and retail partner at The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex since dating back to 1995. The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It features exhibits and displays, historic spacecraft and memorabilia, shows, educational camps and programs, two IMAX theaters, and a range of bus tours.

• Monitor inventory levels, identify replenishment opportunities, and execute reorders to maintain appropriate stock levels 
• Manage purchase orders by creating, submitting, and maintaining documentation while resolving quantity, pricing, and receiving discrepancies 
• Support vendor relationships by communicating product specifications, order requirements, delivery expectations, and issue resolution needs 
• Serve as a liaison between merchandising and store operations by sharing product knowledge, addressing inventory challenges, and coordinating warehouse to store distribution 
• Maintain e commerce product listings by managing product setup, updates, and website content accuracy under the direction of the Senior Merchandise Manager 
• Coordinate product photography and supplier provided imagery to support online merchandising and enhance product presentation 

• Bachelor’s degree in retail merchandising, business, supply chain, or related field preferred 
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Minimum of 1 year of retail buying experience and inventory planning, preferably with soft-lines, souvenirs, or gifts 
• Proficient in Excel and retail reporting tools  
• Strong understanding of applicable terms and metrics including COGS, OTB, and Comp Store Analysis 
• Must be able to build team relationships