Sports Nutrition Assistant Buyer | Merchandising & Sourcing

Navy Exchange; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Exchange in Virginia Beach is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Sports Nutrition to support assortment planning, vendor coordination, and inventory management across multiple departments. The role involves collaboration with Buyers and Planners to optimize stock, promotions, and profitability.

Responsibilities include negotiating with vendors, tracking orders, preparing reports, and conducting field visits.

Qualifications

• 3 years general experience in administrative merchandising or related work.
• Experience with procurement practices and open-to-buy systems.
• Ability to analyze sales and inventories and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist Buyer and Planner Distributor in assortment planning, advertising coordination, financial planning, and replenishment.
• Negotiate with vendors for cooperative advertising, freight allowances, coupons, and in-store merchandising demos.
• Place and track orders, maintain open-to-buy, and monitor stock levels for assigned departments.
• Conduct store visits to evaluate merchandising programs and provide improvement recommendations.
• Supervise administrative staff and ensure Navy Exchange policies and procedures are followed.

Skills

Merchandising

Procurement

Vendor negotiation

Open-to-buy

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Job description

Navy Exchange in Virginia Beach is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Sports Nutrition to support assortment planning, vendor coordination, and inventory management across multiple departments. The role involves collaboration with Buyers and Planners to optimize stock, promotions, and profitability.

Responsibilities include negotiating with vendors, tracking orders, preparing reports, and conducting field visits.