Assistant Buyer at 2nd STREET USA-Second hand clothing store- Hoboken

Full job description
General Position Summary

This position is responsible for supporting all functions required to manage the buyer’s assigned categories and apparel styles. Responsibilities will include but not limited to assisting the buyer in driving results that meet or exceed the company’s planned financial goals and objectives by partnering with the buyer and planner to develop and execute a merchandise strategy.

Essential Job Functions

PURCHASING

● Assists with the execution and processing of all purchase orders, from entry into the computer system through to

the delivery of the merchandise into the store.

● Assists in the preparation for all merchandise meetings seasonal assortment meetings.

● Executes and processes purchase transactions, problem memos, new product paperwork, and necessary

paperwork in a timely manner.

● Maintains trending reports.

● Responds to emails and resolves merchandising issues on a timely basis.

● Manages merchandise flow; check for new purchases and inventory, floor sets, store merchandise and resolve

any receipt issues with the POS and inventory systems.

● Maintains currently and orderly files, purchase orders, transaction details, information on customers.

● Assists in store mix and promotion discussions.

● Supports Buyer on buying appointments and product viewings.

● Assorts and analyzes sell through of major accounts.

● Manages and participates in processing operations.

● Provides input and makes recommendations to buyers on product assortment.

● Analyzes current trends and communicates to stores regarding their best-selling trends and labels.

● Develops strong knowledge of the customer base by working closely with Buyer.

● Works efficiently and independently and meets deadlines as needed.

● Packaging and distribution of sold items.

● Provides a professional customer service via email, phone and in person with emphasis on strong after sales

service.

● Maintains and controls stocks and inventories.

● Adds new goods onto our retail website.

● Shoots and edits pictures of products for our retail website.

● Registers item information on our retail website.

OTHER MISCELLANEOUS

● Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.

● Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by Management.

● Maintains high ethical standards in the workplace.

● Reports all irregular issues and problems to management for solution.

● Maintains good communication with management, office staff members and outside contacts.

● Complies with all company policies and procedures.

● Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working area.

Qualifications

Education Work Experience

Previous buyers or buying role preferred.

● High School Diploma; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates / Licenses

● Driver’s License, if required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

● None

Work Environment Physical Demands

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while

performing the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment: Store

Noise Levels: Moderate

Tools Equipment

● General office equipment including phones, fax, copier, personal computer, printer, scanner, etc.

● Software includes the use of Windows operating system and MS Office.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

carry out the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to frequently sit and occasionally must stand,

walk, use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to

30 pounds.

Specific vision abilities include the ability to read and analyze data in hard copy and on a computer screen, measure

or identify using eyesight and adjust vision focus.

The above job description identifies the essential job functions and skills needed by the person or persons

assigned to this position. These job functions and skills are not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list of all

responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The information contained herein is subject to change at the

company’s discretion.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Shift:

4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
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