Assistant Buyer: Merchandising & Category Strategy

dollartree; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Dollar is seeking an FD Assistant Buyer at its corporate office in Chesapeake, VA. You will support Buyers in planning, purchasing, pricing, and merchandising within assigned categories to drive sales and profitability.

Daily tasks include trend analysis, report creation, and assisting with ads, planograms, and vendor coordination. The role requires 1+ years retail or buying experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office and retail math, and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of

Qualifications

• 1+ years in retail buying or related experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and retail math.
• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education/experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and merchandising skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitive merchandising strategies with Buyers and plan assortment.
• Create/select ads and endcaps; proofread ads for accuracy.
• Assist Buyers with fashion, seasonal, and other programs to drive sales.
• Create MicroStrategy and other reports as requested by Buyers.
• Analyze categories regularly to identify opportunities and trends; design action plans.
• Participate in assortment planning approval processes.
• Support pre/post line reviews, including reports, schematics, and vendor coordination.
• Assist with advertising promotions; obtain samples and ensure correct information on ads/signage.
• Track funding (co-op, billings) and reconcile monthly vendor reports.

Skills

Retail buying experience

Analytical skills

Merchandising

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree with experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Retail math

Job description

Family Dollar is seeking an FD Assistant Buyer at its corporate office in Chesapeake, VA. You will support Buyers in planning, purchasing, pricing, and merchandising within assigned categories to drive sales and profitability.

Daily tasks include trend analysis, report creation, and assisting with ads, planograms, and vendor coordination. The role requires 1+ years retail or buying experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office and retail math, and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of