Strategic Assistant Buyer: Data-Driven & Vendor Focus

Paradies Lagardere Default; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Atlanta seeks an experienced Assistant Buyer to support the Buying Team in achieving sales and inventory goals. The ideal candidate will manage product selection, vendor communication, and inventory productivity. Responsibilities include developing sales reports, ordering products, and maintaining vendor relationships. Applicants should have a degree in Business Administration and 3 to 5 years of experience as an Assistant Buyer. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel are essential. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as an Assistant Buyer or related capacity.
• Experience in assortment development and distribution is a plus.
• Experience in negotiating pricing.

Responsibilities

• Assist buyer with developing reports to analyze sales and stock position.
• Responsible for reordering product and determining order quantities.
• Maintain accurate records of assortment recaps.
• Develop collaborative vendor relationships.
• Manage internal communication bulletins for product assortment.

Skills

Highly analytical

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong math aptitude

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Ability to adapt positively to change

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related area

Job description

A retail company in Atlanta seeks an experienced Assistant Buyer to support the Buying Team in achieving sales and inventory goals. The ideal candidate will manage product selection, vendor communication, and inventory productivity. Responsibilities include developing sales reports, ordering products, and maintaining vendor relationships. Applicants should have a degree in Business Administration and 3 to 5 years of experience as an Assistant Buyer. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel are essential. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility.