Assistant Buyer: Elevate Buying & Vendor Partnerships

Amazon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in New York is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join our buying team. You will support category management, execute buying plans, and maintain product assortments while monitoring inventory and creating purchase orders.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams to optimize promotions, participate in seasonal reviews, and ensure data integrity. Strong communication and willingness to learn are essential to drive great customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Some buying experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Buyers on category management and strategic initiatives
• Execute buying plans and maintain product assortments
• Monitor inventory levels and recommend reorder quantities
• Track and analyze sales performance metrics
• Maintain vendor relationships and assist in negotiations
• Create and maintain purchase orders
• Support markdown optimization and promotional strategies
• Assist in seasonal line reviews and buying meetings
• Ensure accurate product setup and data integrity
• Collaborate with Planning, Marketing, and Operations teams

Job description

Amazon in New York is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join our buying team. You will support category management, execute buying plans, and maintain product assortments while monitoring inventory and creating purchase orders.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams to optimize promotions, participate in seasonal reviews, and ensure data integrity. Strong communication and willingness to learn are essential to drive great customer experiences.