Merchandising Buying Assistant

DevHub, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and paid sick leave

401k retirement plan with companymatch

Clean Air Commuter Program

Employee Assistance Program

LinkedIn Learning access

Free Academy screenings

Free tickets to Academy screenings

Employee discounts

Job summary

DevHub, Inc. seeks a Buying Assistant in Los Angeles (Academy Museum) for part-time support to the Buying team. You will manage purchase orders, product data, vendor communications, and sample coordination to ensure timely merchandising activities.

This on-site position emphasizes detail, organization, and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams. Strong Excel skills and interest in design and culture are important.

Qualifications

• General understanding of buying, merchandising, and supply chain processes.
• Beginner proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Comfortable working with numerical information, including costs, retail prices, quantities, margins, sales, and inventory data.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with vendors and cross-functional partners.
• Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams.
• Ability to follow established processes, maintain accurate records, and consistently follow through on assigned responsibilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies, independently resolve routine issues, and escalate questions when appropriate.
• Passion for design, film, culture, and storytelling through merchandise.
• Ability to work all scheduled hours on-site, with a schedule based on business and departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update purchase orders with accurate quantities, costs, and dates.
• Track orders and production timelines; follow up on missing information.
• Maintain product and purchasing records including SKUs, pricing, and descriptions.
• Execute markdowns and promotional changes across systems.
• Set up new items in Shopify and internal systems with correct data and imagery.
• Coordinate damaged product claims and RTVs with vendors and Warehouse.
• Submit mockups to licensors and track approvals.
• Assist with product research as needed.
• Provide admin and operational support to the Buying team.
• Pull sales, inventory, and other business reporting as needed.
• Prepare reports and decks for business reviews and assortments.
• Maintain organized buying files, trackers, calendars, and resources.
• Coordinate with Retail leadership for events like book signings.

Skills

Buying & merchandising know-how

Excel

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Process adherence

Passion for design & culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising/Business/Retail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

DevHub, Inc. seeks a Buying Assistant in Los Angeles (Academy Museum) for part-time support to the Buying team. You will manage purchase orders, product data, vendor communications, and sample coordination to ensure timely merchandising activities.

This on-site position emphasizes detail, organization, and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams. Strong Excel skills and interest in design and culture are important.