Assistant Buyer- Intimates

Boscov's Department Store, LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boscov's Department Store, LLC is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support the merchant team in analyzing business, developing vendor relationships, and securing quality products at strong prices for customers.

The role involves coordinating buying office functions, market travel, advertising, and regular communication with stores, with a requirement for a Bachelor's degree and prior retail buying or merchandising experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience.
• Prior retail experience with emphasis on buying and/or merchandising.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Hyperion, and Word with ability to learn additional systems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Creative problem solving and learning agility.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Available to work varied days and hours, including some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate many functions of the buying office area.
• Travel to markets as needed.
• Advertising.
• Communication and visits to stores.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Learning agility

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Hyperion

Word

Job description

Boscov's is a chain of full service department stores serving the total family needs of our customers. For over 100 years, Boscov's has been known for its great values and famous brands, and for offering a broad selection of quality merchandise in its stores and online. We are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join our growing retail team.

As part of a fast-paced, dynamic merchant team, you will analyze your business and develop relationships with your vendors to ensure the best possible products and prices for our loyal customers. If you are looking for a great opportunity to pursue a rewarding assistant buying career with a company known for quality and big savings, apply today!

Job Responsibilities

As a member of the merchant team, the Assistant Buyer will coordinate many functions of the buying office area.

Additional responsibilities of the Assistant Buyer include:

• Business analysis
• Travel to markets as needed
• Advertising
• Communication and visits to stores

Job Requirements

Successful candidates for the Assistant Buyer role should have the ability to work with our stores in sharing product information to motivate the retail sales team to actively engage customers, sell merchandise, and provide excellent customer service.

Additional requirements of the Assistant Buyer include:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience
• Prior retail experience with emphasis on buying and/or merchandising
• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Hyperion, and Word with the ability to learn additional systems used by our Merchant divisions
• Creative problem solving skills and learning agility
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, excellent time management skills
• Available to work varied days and hours as work schedule requires, including some weekends in the peak seasons

At Boscov’s, we value our employees, and that’s why we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. As a Full-Time member of our team, you will be eligible to receive:

• Short term disability/ Long term disability- voluntary