Assistant Buyer

Variety Wholesalers, Inc.; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Variety Wholesalers, Inc. is seeking a detail‑oriented Retail Support Specialist on-site in Henderson, NC. This role handles purchase orders, order tracking, and sample coordination across assigned categories, while supporting merchandising and administrative needs.

The ideal candidate brings 1–3 years of retail experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency with retail systems. Join a fast-paced team focused on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in business preferred.
• 1-3 years of retail experience preferred.
• Strong communication, prioritization, collaboration, and organization skills required.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Systems savvy with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Self-starter able to work under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Creates and prepares purchase orders and ensures accuracy for system input; researches discrepancies.
• Maintains open-to-buy files and tracks orders.
• Collects information, prepares presentations and reports as needed.
• Coordinates end-to-end sample process for assigned categories.
• Provides admin support including scheduling and calendar coordination.
• Reviews marketing materials for accuracy and quality.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Collaboration

Organization

Analytical thinking

Learning new systems

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

POS systems

Job description

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ASSIS012643

Description

• 1. Creates and prepares purchase orders and ensures they are accurate and complete for input into the system. Researches and resolves purchase order discrepancies or issues.
• 2. Maintains open to buy files and tracks orders.
• 3. Collects and researches information. Prepares various presentations, reports, queries, etc. and distributes as needed.
• 4. Coordinates and ensures the efficient execution of the end-to-end sample process for assigned categories.
• 5. Provides administrative support for the assigned division and associates as needed including scheduling appointments and maintaining and coordinating calendars to include meetings, lunches, special events, and conference calls.
• 6. Reviews and ensures quality pre-ticketing, signage, and marketing accuracy.
• 7. Assists with merchandise and assortment planning and merchandise presentation development.
• 8. Coordinates attribute sheets and SKU setup, along with data maintenance.
• 9. Creates electronic package requests and assists with packaging development.
• 10. Understands and supports the financial metrics of the assigned categories and may participate in vendor meetings and negotiations.
• 11. Performs other duties as assigned at the discretion of the reporting management team.

Qualifications

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in a business-related field preferred
• 2. One to three years of retail experience preferred.
• 3. Strong communication, prioritization, collaboration, and organization skills required.
• 4. Detail oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills required.
• 5. Systems savvy with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• 6. Self-starter with the ability to work under general supervision required.

Behaviors

Preferred

• Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

• Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

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