Junior Buyer

Asset Marketing Services, LLC; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in collectibles is seeking a motivated Junior Buyer to enhance purchasing operations. This role involves supporting the procurement team, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of products. You will contribute to the success of the organization by improving inventory forecasting and collaborating with various departments. If you have a passion for collectibles and possess strong project management skills, this opportunity offers a chance to grow in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and creativity, and be part of a mission to inspire collectors worldwide.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Employer Match

Paid Holidays

16 Paid Days of Personal Time Off

Quarterly Profit Distribution

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in purchasing or project management preferred.
• Knowledge of numismatics and strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide purchasing support and manage supplier relationships.
• Assist with grading scheduling and maintain inventory levels.

Skills

Project Management

Strong Communication Skills

Creative Thinking

Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Education

2-4 Year College Degree

Equivalent Work Experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

ERP Systems

Job description

Company Overview

Asset Marketing Services, LLC (AMS), the leading direct-to-consumer platform for high-end collectibles, specializing in rare coins and bullion. Our flagship brand at Govmint offers our customers a meticulously curated selection of products—from ancient artifacts to vintage and modern treasures—delivering sought-after pieces directly into the hands of passionate collectors.

Our concierge service provides exclusive access to rare finds, while our strong partnerships with world mints allow us to quickly bring highly desirable coins to market. At AMS, we don't just sell collectibles—we bring the Thrill of the Find to life for all types of collectors. Because coins are a connection to something so much bigger, we thread captivating storytelling about travel, culture, history, and humanity into literally everything we do.

We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, and creativity, ensuring that we build trust with collectors, work seamlessly as a team, and continuously innovate in the field of numismatics.

We're on the lookout for talented, motivated individuals to take our team to the next level. Everything we do is personal, motivated by the desire to inspire our customers and each other. If that sounds like you, a career with AMS may be in your future.

For more information about AMS, please visit our company website www.amsi-corp.com

Position Overview

Provide general purchasing support to ensure consistent service levels are maintained related to coin offerings. Help develop and maintain a supplier base, generate and maintain purchase order data, and communicate with suppliers to manage incoming supply information to avoid backorders. Assist with scheduling of grading for all programs and individual requirements. The Junior Buyer will be accountable for meeting timelines and objectives for assigned projects and relationships. To achieve this, the Junior Buyer will work with the Procurement Manager, Product Merchandisers, and Numismatists to achieve departmental goals, maintain day-to-day operations, and help drive continuous improvement.

Duties & Accountabilities

Purchasing

• Guide internal departments through purchasing procedures and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Source and select vendors for coins/collaterals, negotiating the most cost-effective prices while maintaining quality standards and meeting delivery requirements.
• Improve forecasting and ensure inventory availability aligns with product release forecasts across all marketing channels.
• Conduct research and analysis to enhance buying decisions, meeting spending/inventory targets, open-to-buy requirements, and inventory projections.
• Plan, purchase, and schedule necessary components for daily production/assembly work orders based on backorders, program releases, and sales demand.
• Assist with monitoring graded coin inventory levels against marketing forecasts.
• Enter purchase orders, process returns, and collaborate with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payments/credits and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Monitor open purchase orders to verify delivery date accuracy.

Support Numismatists

• Assist Numismatists with want/wish list duties with purchase order entry/maintenance on an as-needed basis.

Additional Functions, Duties & Accountabilities

• Actively serve as a member of the Procurement Team and support others as necessary.
• Maintain flexibility in work schedule to meet business needs.
• Actively and positively contribute to the overall success of GovMint.com through regular contributions to the general management of the company. Participate and provide leadership in inter-departmental meetings, projects, and informal activities. Support the company and other departments wherever and whenever your skills and experience would be beneficial.
• Uphold and promote AMS's values system of integrity, collaboration, and creativity in all relationships with customers, suppliers, fellow employees, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure the confidentiality and full safeguarding of the company's trade secrets and any of our business clients' customer lists and related records.

Educational Requirements

• 2-4 year college degree, equivalent work experience, or a demonstrated ability to successfully perform the requirements of the position.

Experience and Skills

• Experience and knowledge in numismatics and the coin market preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing, project or product management, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to think creatively and explore outside-the-box opportunities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build consensus.
• Ability to lead and manage in a collaborative, peer environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with high attention to detail.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to understand and operate ERP and related systems.
• Base level of understanding of coins.

Travel

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally when required, approximately 0-5%.

Benefits

AMS believes that investing in our employees is critical to having a successful company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs. Our Benefit programs include: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA Plans, Accidental & Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Disability, AD&D, 401(k) Employer Match, Quarterly Profit Distribution, Paid Holidays, and 16 Paid days of Personal Time Off.

Closing

AMS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring practices and a workplace environment that provides equal opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by federal and state law.

Asset Marketing Services, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. See E-Verify's official poster at E-Verify Participation Poster.