Associate Business Manager, Off-Price Retail

Gibson Overseas, Inc.; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Homewares in Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Business Manager for Off Price Retail to keep buyer accounts running smoothly. You will track requests, coordinate with Product Development, Marketing, Order Management, and Purchasing to ensure items are on schedule.

You will manage timelines, prepare presentations, handle quotations and orders in Oracle, and maintain records and pricing files. On-site, Monday–Friday, 1–3 years in sales support preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in sales support, account coordination, or project coordination.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Professional written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Track buyer requests and follow up items from meetings.
• Maintain a project tracker for open account initiatives.
• Follow up with internal teams to keep projects on schedule.
• Manage product development timelines through final delivery.
• Prepare buyer presentations and status recaps.
• Communicate with buyers on orders, samples, and updates.
• Process quotations, purchase orders, and order entry in Oracle.
• Maintain account records, pricing files, and reports.

Skills

Organized

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Excel

AI tools

Time management

Tools

Oracle ERP

Excel

Office 365

Job description

Gibson Homewares is the nation's leading producer of dinnerware, cookware, cutlery, tools, and gadgets - all the essentials needed for prep, cooking, dining, and entertaining.

For over 40 years and spanning four generations as a respected and trusted family-owned company, Gibson Homewares has developed a portfolio of brands across multiple categories.

Based in Los Angeles, Gibson is known for delivering product lines with style and value for the global retail marketplace. Exporting to Latin America and Mexico. Gibson's legacy brands include Laurie Gates, Gibson Elite, Gibson Home, Ultra by Gibson, and Soho Lounge. In addition, Gibson is a driving force behind global brands such as Martha Stewart, Calphalon, Sur La Table, Babish, Kenmore, Crockpot, Oster, Mr. Coffee, and Peanuts.

At Gibson, PEOPLE ARE THE #1 PRIORITY and the company is always looking for new talent to join our growing team.

For more information, visit us at http://www.gibsonhomewares.com

Associate Business Manager, Off Price Retail

Position Overview

The Associate Business Manager keeps the operational side of our sales accounts running smoothly. This role is built for a highly organized person who stays on top of orders, documentation, timelines, and follow ups, and who makes sure every buyer's request is tracked and completed. You will work alongside our Business Managers and coordinate with Product Development, Marketing, Creative, Order Management, and Purchasing to keep accounts accurate and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Track all buyer requests and follow up items from meetings
• Maintain a project tracker for open account initiatives
• Follow up with internal teams to keep projects on schedule
• Manage product development timelines through final delivery
• Prepare buyer presentations and status recaps
• Communicate with buyers on orders, samples, and project updates
• Process quotations, purchase orders, and order entry in Oracle
• Complete item setups and retailer documentation
• Track samples and shipments
• Resolve chargebacks, deductions, and order issues
• Maintain account records, pricing files, and reports

Qualifications & Requirements

• On site in Los Angeles, Monday through Friday
• 1 to 3 years in sales support, account coordination, or project coordination
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple deadlines at once
• Comfortable following up with internal teams
• Professional written and verbal communication
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude)
• ERP experience (Oracle preferred)
• Retail account experience (mass, specialty, or off price) a plus