Freelance Buying Assistant - 155571

Atrium; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Freelance Buying Assistant in New York. This role involves managing purchase orders, analyzing sales data, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills and retail experience. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Atrium Care Package

Qualifications

• Experience within a retail or fashion role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase order lifecycle.
• Provide weekly and monthly reporting and sales analysis.
• Communicate regularly with vendors.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Client Overview

Our client is an established retailer specializing in affordable items for men, women, and children. They are looking to bring on a talented Freelance Buying Assistant to help with day-to-day needs in their New York office.

Salary/Hourly Rate

$20/hr

Position Overview

The Freelance Buying Assistant will be working closely with the Merchandising and Buying teams. This includes creating and monitoring purchase orders, assisting with the creation and distribution of weekly sales reports, and more. This role requires strong organization, strong Excel skills, the ability to pick up on new systems, and communication with all cross-functional teams and external partners.

Responsibilities Of The Freelance Buying Assistant

• Take charge of the purchase order lifecycle.
• Provide weekly and monthly reporting and sales analysis.
• Display proficiency with Microsoft Excel (utilizing functions such as vlookups and pivot tables).
• Communicate regularly with vendors.
• Track shipments, deliveries, transfers, and discrepancies.
• Ensure timely delivery of merchandise through communication directly with the buyer, Merchant teams, and external vendors.
  
  

Required Experience/Skills for the Freelance Buying Assistant:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Excel (vlookups, pivot tables).
• Experience within a retail or fashion role.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and administrative experience.
  
  

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree is required.
  
  

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).
  
  

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Position ID: 155571

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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