Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs in Virginia
Merchandise Buyer Assistant assists merchandise buyers in selecting merchandise, placing orders, and distributing inventory. May be responsible for some inventory replenishment but without open-to-buy responsibilities. Being a Merchandise Buyer Assistant may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor. To be a Merchandise Buyer Assistant typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs
ASSISTANT BUYER
- NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM)
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Virginia, VA
FULL_TIME
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Job Summary
Assists Buyer and Planner Distributor in various functional merchandising areas.
Duties And Responsibilities- Assists the Buyer and Planner Distributor in all functions, including assortment planning & execution, advertising coordination, financial planning & execution, and merchandise allocation & replenishment for one or more assigned departments for a worldwide retail organization.
- Assists the buyer in the evaluation, development, and execution of appropriate stock assortments and sources of supply for regional and corporate programs.
- Negotiate with vendors for additional support such as cooperative advertising, freight allowances, coupons, in-store merchandising, demonstrations, and training.
- Responsible for advertising information program sheets and tracking the order status to ensure on-time receipts for advertised items. Places orders as directed.
- At the Buyer's direction, may assume buying responsibility for specific merchandise classifications.
- At the direction of the DMM, may assume responsibility for developing inventory projections, planning, and replenishment for specific merchandise classifications.
- Effectively communicates all merchandising programs to worldwide stores and other departments as appropriate.
- Responsible for new items/vendor setup and maintaining accurate item/vendor data in the merchandising system, including pricing.
- Works with management to develop and maintain plan-o-grams.
- Place and track open orders from placement to receipt.
- Maintain open to buy as directed.
- Assists the Buyer and Planner Distributor in reviewing and monitoring sales, profits, and inventories of stores and distribution centers to ensure maximum performance for assigned departments.
- Works with Buyer and Planner Distributor to analyze vendor performance.
- Prepares system reports as needed for review and analysis.
- Conducts store visits in conjunction with Buyer or Planner Distributor to evaluate merchandising programs and execution. Provides recommendations for changes/ improvement as appropriate.
- Participate in advertising meetings, vendor meetings, and merchandise clinics.
- Attends professional development training.
- Supervises assigned administrative support staff and delegate tasks as appropriate
- Keeps abreast of current industry trends through ( but not limited to) vendor meetings, market trips, trade publications, and commercial store visits.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Works under the supervision of the Buyer or Planner Distributor and operates within the established Navy Exchange policies, procedures, and regulations. Exercises judgment and develops approach in routine and unusual matters. Performance is evaluated based on the operational performance of the assigned departments, skills evaluation, customer service, collaboration and teamwork, leadership, and established individual performance objectives.
Primary Location
United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach
Organization
NEXCOMHQ
Job
Buying
Schedule
Full-Time (35 hours)
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Total of 4 years of experience consisting of the following:
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: 3 years of general experience which was gained in administrative, merchandising, technical, or other responsible work, which enabled the applicant to gain knowledge of merchandising and procurement practices; skill in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships; and the ability to exercise mature judgment.
OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: 1 year of education above the high school level may be substituted for 9 months of experience, up to a maximum of a 4-year bachelor's degree for 3 years of general experience.
AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year of progressive experience which provided background in procurement practices, methods, and procedures; developing and maintaining open-to-buy; selecting sources of supply; comparison shopping; review of merchandising for pricing, markdowns, and stock rotation; planning and developing sales promotions and other merchandise controls; or similar work which demonstrated the knowledge and ability within the procurement operational area. - 5 Days Ago
Assistant buyer
- Finks Jewelers Inc
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Roanoke, VA
FULL_TIME
- Diamond Buyer Assistant Fink's Jewelers has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Diamond Buyer Assistant in our Roanoke, VA corporate office. Should be proficient in Microsoft Office, es...
- 11 Days Ago
Diamond Buyer Assistant
- Fink's Jewelers
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Roanoke, VA
FULL_TIME
- Fink's Jewelers has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Diamond Buyer Assistant in our Roanoke, VA corporate office. This individual would be responsible for supporting the Diamond Buye...
- 5 Days Ago
Diamond Buyer Assistant
- Finks Jewelers Inc
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Roanoke, VA
FULL_TIME
- Diamond Buyer Assistant Fink's Jewelers has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Diamond Buyer Assistant in our Roanoke, VA corporate office. This individual would be responsible for sup...
- 11 Days Ago
ASSISTANT BUYER - MAJOR APPLIANCES
- Navy Exchange Service Command
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Virginia, VA
FULL_TIME
- Job Number: 2400013M Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach Organization: NEXCOMHQ Pay Range: $40k - $52k based on experience Job Summary: Assists Buyer and Planner Distributor in var...
- 17 Days Ago
FD Assistant Buyer- Seasonal and Floral
- Family Dollar
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Chesapeake, VA
FULL_TIME
- General Summary: Assistant Buyers collaborate with Buyers to ensure company sales and profitability objectives are met through support of a primary merchandise category or categories. This position as...
- 16 Days Ago
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TWIC - Cargo Handler
- Manpower
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Garden City, GA
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Cargo Handler
- Central California Recruiting Battalion
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Lompoc, CA
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Cargo Handler
- Comtrak Logistics
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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
Cargo Handler
- Forward Air
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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
Cargo Handler
- Hub Group
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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
Cargo Handler
- Forward Air Solutions
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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
Cargo Handler
- Forward Air Solutions
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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
Cargo Handler
- Hub Group
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Hazelwood, MO
- Job Description Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 12:00PM - 9:00PM Pay Rate: $17.00/HR Bi-Weekly Pay Essential Job Functions:...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Virginia
Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of ...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs
$54,501 to $67,904