Purchasing & Product Research Assistant

Ocean State Job Lot; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401K Program

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

30% Discounts at store

Access to vacation properties

Discounted gym memberships

20% off at affiliated restaurants

Free lunch Fridays

Job summary

A dynamic retail company in North Kingstown seeks a Buyers Assistant to support daily administrative tasks. This role includes managing purchase orders, conducting product research, and ensuring effective communication with stores and vendors. Ideal candidates should possess 1+ years of professional experience in buying or related fields, along with proficiency in Microsoft and Google platforms. Competitive pay range is $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in imports or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in office/administrative duties is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows OS and Google platform.

Responsibilities

• Process and follow-up on purchase orders.
• Correspond professionally with OSJL stores and vendors.
• Conduct product research to support growth.
• Perform administrative duties for Buying Department.
• Manage multiple projects around strict deadlines.

Skills

Office administration

Product research

Communication skills

Microsoft Windows OS

Google platform proficiency

Education

1+ years professional experience in buying/imports

Previous office/administrative duties

Job description

A dynamic retail company in North Kingstown seeks a Buyers Assistant to support daily administrative tasks. This role includes managing purchase orders, conducting product research, and ensuring effective communication with stores and vendors. Ideal candidates should possess 1+ years of professional experience in buying or related fields, along with proficiency in Microsoft and Google platforms. Competitive pay range is $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, based on experience.