Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs in North Carolina

Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. assists merchandise buyers in selecting merchandise, placing orders, and distributing inventory. Responsible for inventory replenishment with open-to-buy responsibilities over a segment of the buyer's department. Being a Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor. To be a Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Merchandise Buyer
  • Variety Wholesalers, Inc
  • Henderson, NC FULL_TIME
  • Come join our VW Merchandising team!

    Variety Wholesalers, Inc. is looking for business-minded, self-motivated professionals with a passion for merchandising and an eye for trends. You’ll need strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, and the ability to balance product, trend, and fashion with our customer’s needs in mind.

    Essential Job Functions:

    · Manage opportunistic buying responsibility (based on vendors or classifications) and accountability for sales and margin performance

    · Analyze reports and figures

    · Control Open to Buy, Inventory Levels, and Monthly deliveries in order to meet the company’s financial goals

    · Manage assortments by category, review for balance, manage all aspects of the buying process, and adhere to strategic objectives of the category

    · Contribute to the development of merchandising strategies utilizing historical data, competition, vendors, and trends for each season. Partner with the Planners to develop open-to-buy within an assortment that supports the strategy of stock positioning for key categories and classifications

    · Manage production calendar deadlines with internal and external partners to ensure the timely delivery of product.

    · Travel to buying markets

    · Shop all competing and Variety Wholesalers, Inc. stores to identify opportunities, trends, and labels

    Education: Bachelor’s degree preferably in Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, or Business

    Experience:

    • Minimum 4 years of experience with buying

    Knowledge/Skills:

    • Strong market awareness and ability to assess customers and trends
    • Strong analytical, financial, and negotiation skills
    • Knowledge of retail planning and allocation
    • Ability to build and maintain strong cross-functional partnerships
    • Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to interact at an executive level
    • Strong Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint skills

    Benefits:

    • 401(k) and 401(k) match
    • Dental Insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

  • 5 Days Ago

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Merchandise Buyer
  • Roses
  • Henderson, NC FULL_TIME
  • Come join our VW Merchandising team! Variety Wholesalers, Inc. is looking for business-minded, self-motivated professionals with a passion for merchandising and an eye for trends. You’ll need strong n...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Sr. Buyer
  • Wastequip
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • Job DetailsDescriptionEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPlace purchase orders for product – whether components, materials, or suppliesMonitor fulfillment exceptions on daily basis and execute neces...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Sr. Buyer
  • Hurst Jaws of Life, Inc.
  • Shelby, NC FULL_TIME
  • If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place wher...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Assistant Principal (Site TBD)
  • East Columbus Jr-Sr High School
  • Whiteville, NC FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionPrimary Location Central Office Salary Range Per Month Shift Type Full-Time
  • 8 Days Ago

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Assistant Buyer
  • Cato Corporation
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • Assistant Buyer, Women's FashionON-SITE - Charlotte, NC 28273The Cato Corporation is seeking individuals who are interested in a career in Merchandising to join our team as an Assistant Buyer.JOB SUMM...
  • 21 Days Ago

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TWIC - Cargo Handler
  • Manpower
  • Garden City, GA
  • Our client in Savannah is seeking a Cargo Handler to join their team. As a Cargo Handler, you will be part of the CES Op...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Handler
  • Central California Recruiting Battalion
  • Lompoc, CA
  • As a Cargo Specialist, you'll be the cargo handling expert for everything the Army moves by land, sea, or air. Youll ens...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Handler
  • Comtrak Logistics
  • Dallas, TX
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM Pay Rate: $18.00/HR Bi-Weekly Pay Essential Job Functions: * Responsible for t...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Handler
  • Forward Air
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • Position: Cargo Handler Job Description: Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our f...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Handler
  • Hub Group
  • Tampa, FL
  • Job Description Essential Job Functions: Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the ope...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Handler
  • Forward Air Solutions
  • Memphis, TN
  • Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners Use handheld scanners ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Handler
  • Forward Air Solutions
  • Sterling, VA
  • Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners Use handheld scanners ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cargo Agent
  • Manpower
  • Dulles, VA
  • Our client, one of the world's leading airlines, is seeking a Cargo Agent to join their team. As a Cargo Agent, you will...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

North Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/ (listen)) is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. It borders South Carolina and Georgia to the south, Tennessee to the west, Virginia to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. North Carolina is the 28th-most extensive and the 9th-most populous of the U.S. states. The state is divided into 100 counties. The capital is Raleigh, which along with Durham and Chapel Hill is home to the largest research park in the United States (Research Triangle Park). The most populous municipality is Charlotte, which is the second-largest banking center in...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. jobs
$70,465 to $88,240

Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. in New Orleans, LA
To be effective, purchasing agents and buyers must have a working technical knowledge of the goods or services they are purchasing.
February 04, 2020
Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. in Altus, OK
Purchasing agents and buyers consider price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support when choosing suppliers and merchandise.
November 30, 2019
Merchandise Buyer Assistant, Sr. in Fort Myers, FL
They should be capable of development to associate buyer level, and must therefore have a good fashion / design sensibility.
December 05, 2019