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IT'SUGAR

<div><div><div><div>Job Posting Title</div><div><b>
Assistant Buyer</b></div></div></div><p><b>
Job Description</b></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
IT&rsquo;S Fun, IT&rsquo;S Flexible, IT&rsquo;S Entertaining, IT&rsquo;S Bringing the Fun Back into Retail!</b></p><p><i>
Want to be part of a fast-growing and SWEET company? Join our Team at our Home Office located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale! The position is a hybrid-work role. Come join the fun!</i></p><p><b>
Who we are...</b></p><p>
IT&rsquo;SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgement. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT&rsquo;SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.</p><p>
There are three major things that differentiate IT&rsquo;SUGAR from other candy retailers. One is the product &ndash; an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance &ndash; full of bright colors, loud music, and lighthearted rebellion. Third is the people &ndash; passionate, optimistic, and energetic.</p><p>
The Assistant Buyer will join the corporate office team and will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Senior Buyer and Merchandising team in all aspects of the buying/merchandising process.</p><p><b>
What you&rsquo;ll do? IT&rsquo;S Exciting!</b></p><ul><li>
Assist the Senior Buyer in creating competitive assortments in order to increase sales.</li><li>
Partner with Senior Buyer to develop financial goals and identify key growth categories</li><li>
Identify potential brand and product business opportunities.</li><li>
Develop merchandise assortments and marketing strategies for the retail stores and the e-commerce website.</li><li>
Build strong relationships with vendors and licensed partners.</li><li>
Participate in the process of negotiating pricing, terms &amp; conditions.</li><li>
Develop forecasts of weekly sales goals, monitor performance and identify trend opportunities to achieve breakthrough results/new growth within their category</li><li>
Maintain relationships with existing brands and help source new suppliers for future products.</li><li>
Work closely with Merchandise Associate, Associate Planner, and Senior Planner to ensure accurate SKU data, assortment planning, pricing, and timely issuance of PO&rsquo;s to meet product introduction timelines and delivery of finished goods to store locations.</li><li>
Stays on top of industry and competitive trends and is able to execute at both a tactical and strategic level to drive business.</li><li>
Must be a team player who is able to work both independently and as part of a team and has experience working with the different departments (Planning, Replenishment, Marketing, Creative, Visual Merchandising, etc.).</li></ul><p><b>
What you need to join the fun! (besides SUGAR)</b>
</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in business, or related field.</li><li>
2-4 years of experience in retail buying; product development experience preferred.</li><li>
Strong numerical and analytical aptitude; knowledge of retail math.</li><li>
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Ability to make important decisions and effectively manage the pressure of meeting demanding targets and tight deadlines.</li><li>
Proficiency in all Microsoft Applications.</li><li>
Proven negotiating skills, influencing abilities and vendor/brand management experience.</li><li>
Proven experience working in cross-functional teams.</li><li>
Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Good organizational skills including prioritizing, scheduling, time management, and meeting deadlines.</li></ul><div><div><p><b>
What&rsquo;s in it for you? IT&rsquo;S Even Sweeter</b></p><ul><li>
Fun at Work! Socials and Happy Hours Monthly</li><li>
Hybrid Work Schedule</li><li>
Career Growth Opportunities</li><li>
Training and Development</li><li>
30% Employee Discount</li><li>
Perk Spot (Discount travel, events, etc.)</li><li>
401k with company match</li><li><i>
Full Time Only</i><ul><li>
Medical, Dental, Vision</li><li>
Paid Time Off</li><li>
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><br>
<p><b>
Let&rsquo;s get Social! IT&rsquo;S Cool</b></p><ul><li>
Visit our Website:www.itsugar.com</li><li>
Visit us on Facebook:www.facebook.com/itsugar</li><li>
Visit us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/itsugar</li></ul><p><b>
Join us in bringing the Fun Back into Retail!</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Assistant Buyer

South Moon Under

<div><b>South Moon Under Assistant Buyer </b><b>:</b><br>
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<b>Company Overview</b><b>:</b><br>
Originating as a small surf shop in 1968, South Moon Under has evolved into a national fashion retailer. We are building a vibrant, diverse team of creative, friendly, skilled, and passionate people who want to work hard and win even harder. We value our employees, and we enable them to deliver their best work. If you want to work for a company where we drive for success every day, without compromising human connection, you&rsquo;ve found your Team!<br>
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At South Moon Under, our mission is summed up in four words &ndash; love. create. drive. imagine. We love this team - We create and curate beautiful things - We drive to be our best and we inspire others to tap into their power - We imagine and execute on our visions every day. Our Team is filled with smart, skilled, dynamic, creative, and passionate employees who drive to be better every day. Our customers are our inspiration. We personally curate our products to make our customers look and feel good. When our customers walk into our stores, we aim to connect and spread the love.<br>
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<b>General Summary:</b><br>
The Assistant Buyer primarily supports the operational duties of the broader South Moon Under buying team while maintaining category ownership for single or multiple merchandise categories. This individual is responsible for assisting the buyer in all phases of the buying process. They will support seasonal hindsight and strategy plans, budget management, trend and market research, communication to internal and external partners, in season assortment management and tracking. They own administrative, analytical, creative, and communicative responsibilities. Multitasking and high attention to detail is critical in this position. Within the buying department this individual plays an instrumental role in sales and inventory management. The key focus is to partner with the buyer to exceed sales and gross margin plans.<br>
<b>Product Duties:</b><b>:</b>
<ul><li>Own purchase order set-up, entry, and confirmation on behalf of the buying team</li>
<li>Ensure timely tracking of orders to support flow of inventory and accuracy of open-to-buy</li>
<li>Serve as the category lead for a single or multiple merchandise category with oversight and support from buyers</li>
<li>Maintain high level of organization - vendor contacts, discounts and terms, processes and procedures of administrative tasks</li>
<li>Support direct to store shipment initiatives, EDI, and vendor image coordination</li>
<li>Cross-coordinate with various departmental teams (Buying, Planning/Allocation, Marketing/Ecommerce, Finance) to maximize business opportunities and efficiencies</li>
<li>Establish and maintain external relationships by owning communication and outreach across vendors</li>
<li>Perform ad hoc analysis for buying team and executives to support decision making</li>
<li>Filtering high level, top-line selling takeaways with action plan</li>
<li>Provide sales recaps and analysis on a weekly, monthly, quarterly level to foster business decisions</li>
<li>Support private label initiatives and developments in designated categories</li>
</ul><b>Financial Duties:</b><b>:</b>
<ul><li>Support Buyer in achieving IMU, GM%, WOS, and sales goals for assigned categories.</li>
<li>Partner with buyer and planner to adhere to annual, seasonal, monthly, and weekly financial plans; Ensuring accuracy in assortment entry and receipt management</li>
<li>Analyze weekly and monthly sales, inventory, and receipt plans to drive sales and minimize markdowns.</li>
<li>Communicate a point-of-view on product supported by facts and data.</li>
<li>Provide factual analysis on trends and recommendations to drive immediate assortment strategies.</li>
</ul><b>Leadership Duties:</b><b>:</b>
<ul><li>Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external sources.</li>
<li>Collaborate with store teams to refine knowledge of customer needs and to ensure stores are informed on product attributes, highlights, and outfitting strategies to build outfits for SMU customers.</li>
<li>Work with cross functional team members to ensure that the original vision /intent for product is executed across marketing and visual merchandising initiatives.</li>
<li>Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li>
</ul><b>Job Required Knowledge, Skills and Education:</b><b>:</b>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Fashion Merchandising or a related field.</li>
<li>1 year of experience in retail industry or business analysis preferred</li>
<li>Ability to understand customer demographic and to identify appropriate product that will appeal to the customer.</li>
<li><b>Analytic Skills</b><b>:</b>: Ability to think objectively and interpret meaningful themes from quantitative and qualitative data.</li>
<li><b>Financial and Business Acumen</b><b>:</b>: Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results.</li>
<li><b>Problem Solving &amp; Decision Quality</b><b>:</b>: Able to use rigorous logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutions</li>
<li><b>Relationship Management</b><b>:</b>: Able to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partners, both internally &amp; externally.</li>
<li><b>Presentation Skills</b><b>:</b>: Effective in a variety of presentation settings including one-on-one, small and large groups, and with peers and Executives</li>
<li><b>Systems and Tools Acumen</b><b>:</b>: Microsoft Excel, Proficiency in Microsoft Access, PowerPoint and Word. Must also have aptitude to learn other technical applications quickly.</li>
<li><b>Coachability</b><b>:</b>: Ability to embrace constructive feedback with an open mind. Willingness and eagerness to learn, question norms, and continuously improve.</li>
<li><b>Risk Management</b><b>:</b>: Anticipate risks and identifies contingency plans and processes to prevent disruptions when risks occur.</li></ul></div>

Five Below

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go& Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 20,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.
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It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!
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<b>Key Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Assist the Buyer with running reports and analysis for the Buying team to support decision-making.</li>
<li>Suggest newness and category extensions to refresh the assortment and drive growth.</li>
<li>Help with sample management, ensuring design comments are relayed to vendors and that all final samples are available for ads, floorsets, and styleouts.</li>
<li>Responsible for accurate and timely set up of new items and maintenance of accurate item attributes.</li>
<li>Collaborating closely with the department’s buying team to accurately create, review, and place purchase orders (POs), ensuring all details align with product specifications, vendor agreements, and delivery timelines.</li>
<li>Contribute to product development by helping with the creation of product briefs, executing competitive shop recaps, and ensuring quality matches ordered products.</li>
<li>Monitor market trends through comp shopping, social media, trade shows, and vendor appointments.</li>
<li>Support the Buyer in negotiating favorable terms and conditions with vendors.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (supply chain, merchandising operations, planning) to ensure timely approval of items and POs. Partner to resolve any issues with vendors, DC teams, or other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Use BI Reporting to analyze sales data, run ladder plans, and generate reports to support business insights.</li>
<li>Coordinate and facilitate the process of MOS, markdowns, RTVs, attribute creation, deal pricing, marketing project requests, and chargebacks.</li>
<li>Maintain open communication with vendors and cross-functional teams to resolve issues such as overages, shortages, UPC discrepancies, and import delays.</li>
</ul>
<b>Qualifications:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree required.</li>
<li>Experience as an Assistant Buyer or in a similar retail role a plus</li>
<li>Knowledge of product development, planning, and both domestic and overseas manufacturing.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with BI Reporting tools.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li>
<li>Must be able to handle multiple projects and contribute effectively to team efforts.</li>
<li>Negotiation skills and vendor relationship management a plus</li>
<li>Must be willing to travel as needed.</li>
<li>Ability to embrace 5 core company values</li>
<li>Demonstrate ability to excel in a fast-paced environment while adopting a mentality of “let go& have fun”</li>
<li>Must be Philadelphia-based or willing to relocate to the Philadelphia area</li>
</ul>
Explore ourbenefits site to discover all the perks and support we offer! From health coverage to financial and personal wellness, we've got you covered—check it out today!benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcome
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Five Below is anEqual Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonableaccommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit a request and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.crewservices.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
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Boscov's Department Store

<div><p><b>Boscov&rsquo;s Assistant Buyer- Shoes</b></p><p>
Boscov's is a chain of full service department stores serving the total family needs of our customers. For over 100 years, Boscov's has been known for its great values and famous brands, and for offering a broad selection of quality merchandise in its stores and online. We are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join our growing retail team.</p><p>
As part of a fast-paced, dynamic merchant team, you will analyze your business and develop relationships with your vendors to ensure the best possible products and prices for our loyal customers. If you are looking for a great opportunity to pursue a rewarding assistant buying career with a company known for quality and big savings, apply today!</p><p><b>
Job Responsibilities</b></p><p>
As a member of the merchant team, the Assistant Buyer will coordinate many functions of the buying office area.</p><p>
Additional responsibilities of the Assistant Buyer include:</p><ul><li>
Business analysis</li><li>
Merchandise distribution</li><li>
Vendor communication</li><li>
Travel to markets as needed</li><li>
Advertising</li><li>
Communication and visits to stores</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Requirements</b></p><p>
Successful candidates for the Assistant Buyer role should have the ability to work with our stores in sharing product information to motivate the retail sales team to actively engage customers, sell merchandise, and provide excellent customer service.</p><p>
Additional requirements of the Assistant Buyer include:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent related experience</li><li>
Prior retail experience with emphasis on buying and/or merchandising</li><li>
Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Hyperion, and Word with the ability to learn additional systems used by our Merchant divisions</li><li>
Creative problem solving skills and learning agility</li><li>
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills</li><li>
Ability to multi-task, excellent time management skills</li><li>
Available to work varied days and hours as work schedule requires, including some weekends in the peak seasons</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Benefits</b></p><p>
At Boscov&rsquo;s, we value our employees, and that&rsquo;s why we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. As a Full-Time member of our team, you will be eligible to receive:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision</li><li>
Short term disability/ Long term disability- voluntary</li><li>
Life Insurance (company paid)</li><li>
401(k) w/ company match</li><li>
Weekly Pay</li><li>
Paid vacation</li><li>
Liberal employee discount</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Work where people love to shop!</b></p><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer</p><p>
#INDCORP</p></div>

Assistant Buyer- Shoes

Starboard Cruise Services

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This position under the direction of the Buyer, the Assistant Buyer is responsible for developing their merchant skills by managing the vendor relationship, strategy, oversight and performance of a small portfolio of programs within a category of business. They will work to develop solid relationships with their vendor, cruise line and internal partners to drive results and solve problems. They will work to meet or exceed financial targets for area of responsibility through consistent analysis of business performance, category trends, and data-based insights.</div>
What you&rsquo;ll be doing::
<div><b>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div><div></div><p><b><br>
Strategic Priorities:
</b></p><ul><li>Execute strategic vision set by Merchandise Manager for areas of responsibility while supporting multiple cruise line profiles (Budget, Moderate, Upscale, and Luxury). Participate in the strategic planning process, consistently evolving tactics based on emerging trends, market updates, and white space opportunities.</li><li>
Collaborate with merchant team in the ideation of customer centric retail experiences that are relevant to each cruise line&rsquo;s guest demographics and itineraries.</li><li>
Maintain competitive market awareness in both domestic and travel retail channels in core markets such as the U.S., Europe, and Asia as well as seasonal itineraries, such as Alaska, Australia and South America.</li><li>
Participate in vendor negotiations to receive the best possible pricing, terms, and markdowns.</li><li>
Frequently reviews strategies and current business results (category, vendor, and ship performance) with Merchandise Manager.</li></ul><p><b>
Assortment Planning:
</b></p><ul><li>Support the Merchandise Manager in developing relevant, profitable assortments driven by consumer trends, cruise line demographics, and data.</li><li>
Responsible for initial assortment selection, maintaining assortments based on current sales trends, and effectively communicating assortments to planning.</li><li>
Manage assortment mix to drive sales in key items, exclusives, and novelty items. Ensure strategy and assortment execution align with constantly changing guest demands through consistent and rigorous analysis of SKU level performance and maintaining relevancy with consumer trends.</li><li>
Acquire skills to create a compelling pricing strategy that delivers a competitive price advantage and savings to consumer.</li><li>
Optimize SKU count within each classification of business to ensure the appropriate breadth &amp; depth in each item based on ship profile and volume.</li><li>
Work with brands on exclusive product and First at Sea assortment opportunities to provide points of competitive differentiation.</li><li>
Prepare for and conduct vendor meetings in partnership with Merchandise Manager.</li></ul><p><b>
Financial Management:
</b></p><ul><li>Develop partnership with planning team to meet all merchandise sales, gross margin and weeks of supply plans. Ensure that assortment and brand line-up meet category-merchandising targets for sales and profit.</li><li>
Apply analytical skills in order to consistently analyze, evaluate &amp; reset to performance each business and brand by ship, focusing on opportunities within core, white space, and exclusive assortments.</li><li>
Become proficient in directing and managing currency of inventory, processing markdowns &amp; sku optimization identification on a timely basis to keep inventories clean and maintain age standards.</li><li>
Apply assortment management skills to establish deliberate product life-cycles to better manage inventory flow&hellip;planned obsolescence</li><li>
Observe presentation of monthly overview of performance, areas of success and opportunities, and short-term forward-looking strategies to merchandising and planning leadership at monthly OTB meetings.</li></ul><div><b>
Interpersonal Management:</b></div><ul><li>
Build a reputation as a positive contributing force within Starboard in all interrelations and communication.</li><li>
Acquire knowledge from departments within the organization to gain an exceptional understanding of Starboard processes and key business partners.</li><li>
Leverage interpersonal relationships to achieve departmental goals.</li><li>
Driving partnership across merch teams</li></ul>
What we&rsquo;re looking for::
<div><b>
QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Education and Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
4- 6 Years of Experience</li><li>
Associates Degree Required</li></ul><div><b>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Novice understanding of retail math and business acumen</li><li>
Creative and innovative with a passion for trends. Stays current on market and industry trends through competitive shopping and related<br>
industry publications.</li><li>
Self-motivated and willing to take accountability for business performance</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to develop relationships; strong collaboration skills needed</li><li>
Ability to set priorities, use time effectively and manage multiple priorities; detail oriented</li></ul><div><b>
Decision Making:</b></div><ul><li>
Duties and activities reviewed periodically. Supervisor monitors work progress and determines actions on unusual items. Moderate level of problem solving ability.</li></ul><div><b>
Travel Requirements:</b></div><br>
<ul><li>
Less than 10% of time (Periodic travel to local ships)</li></ul><div><b>
Key Competencies:</b></div><ul><li>
Customer Service</li><li>
Relationship Management</li><li>
Business Acumen</li><li>
Drive for Results</li><li>
Self-Development</li><li>
Courage</li><li>
Problem Solving</li><li>
Communicating Effectively</li><li>
Teamwork and Collaboration</li><li>
Managing Conflict</li><li>
Motivating Others</li><li>
Adaptability</li></ul><div><b>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:</b></div><div>
Some flexibility in hours is permitted, employee must be available during the &ldquo;core&rdquo; work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday &ndash; Friday and must work 30 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Physical Demands:</b><br>
Office environment with frequent sitting, walking and standing, occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling use of office machinery. This position requires the ability to<br>
occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Oral and auditory enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication automated devise such as the telephone.</div><br>
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What we commit to::
<div>
At Starboard Cruise Services and Onboard Media curating a vibrant world can only be accomplished by vibrant and diverse teams. We are committed to nurturing a workplace where you can feel safe to show up authentically and thrive while being uniquely you. Our North Star guides us to deliver equal employment opportunities for all individuals and to providing employees with an equitable work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the guests we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these promises.</div><div></div><div><br>
We believe our differences make us stronger and are curious to see you leverage your lived experiences to strengthen our team, our culture and your career. At Starboard Cruise Services and Onboard Media we take action so that no one is discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability (physical, mental or sensory), ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, genetic information, family care status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions will be made based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications.</div><div></div><div><br>
So come onboard with us and celebrate a culture that attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work.</div></div>

JCPenney

<div>Overview:
<p>
Senior Assistant Buyer - Womens<br>
JCPenney Company, Inc.</p><p>
The Sr. Assistant Buyer supports the daily purchasing of items for a specific division&rsquo;s sub-category. Reporting directly to the division&rsquo;s Buyer or Sr. Buyer and working alongside other Sr. Assistant Buyers. Ensure accuracy in the ordering process (Buying) while facilitating communication between vendors and the corresponding buyers.</p><div>
Primary Responsibilities:<br>
<ul><li>Build, Maintain and analyze reports to support the business (Microstrategy, Item/Color, Hindsight, Buy Plan, Conceptual Plan)</li><li>Retail Math: understand concepts and impact to business (calculate IMU, selling margin, pricing impact)</li><li>Understand how financial levers connect to impact business (sales, profit, and inventory metrics)</li><li>Audits item set-up, approves content</li><li>Creates purchase orders/work orders for flagship and stores</li><li>Validates set and ship dates, and vendor information</li><li>Cross Functional Collaboration and establish external partnerships</li><li>Turns in marketing samples, manages on-time arrival, audit of weekly marketing</li><li>Enters marketed item in ad tracker, updates store counts</li><li>Conducts digital inventory audit</li><li>Provides input on pricing determinations and keys pricing and signing for flagship and stores</li><li>Understand impact of change in pricing events (TY vs. LY)</li><li>Assists Buyer with building assortment plan, category history and market share analysis</li><li>Set Sells &amp; Fixture Placement: knowledge of fixture capacity, signage guidance, presentation standards</li><li>Systems knowledge &ndash; Excel, EPPFC, RMS Order, RMS Item Inquiry, RMS EcommManagement, Other systems as needed</li></ul>
Core Competencies &amp; Accomplishments:<br>
<ul><li>College degree or equivalent business experience</li><li>3+ years retail buying experience; preferably with a large organization in a similar role</li><li>Retail planning experience preferred</li><li>Proficient in MS word and Excel</li><li>Ability to recognize, analyze and quantify market trends</li><li>Results oriented and self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency</li><li>Able to independently organize and prioritize broad workload to meet deadlines</li></ul>
About Catalyst:<br>
Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America&rsquo;s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.<br>
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For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page.</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Build, Maintain and analyze reports to support the business (Microstrategy, Item/Color, Hindsight, Buy Plan, Conceptual Plan)</li><li>Retail Math: understand concepts and impact to business (calculate IMU, selling margin, pricing impact)</li><li>Understand how financial levers connect to impact business (sales, profit, and inventory metrics)</li><li>Audits item set-up, approves content</li><li>Creates purchase orders/work orders for flagship and stores</li><li>Validates set and ship dates, and vendor information</li><li>Cross Functional Collaboration and establish external partnerships</li><li>Turns in marketing samples, manages on-time arrival, audit of weekly marketing</li><li>Enters marketed item in ad tracker, updates store counts</li><li>Conducts digital inventory audit</li><li>Provides input on pricing determinations and keys pricing and signing for flagship and stores</li><li>Understand impact of change in pricing events (TY vs. LY)</li><li>Assists Buyer with building assortment plan, category history and market share analysis</li><li>Set Sells &amp; Fixture Placement: knowledge of fixture capacity, signage guidance, presentation standards</li><li>Systems knowledge &ndash; Excel, EPPFC, RMS Order, RMS Item Inquiry, RMS EcommManagement, Other systems as needed</li></ul>
Qualifications:<div><br>
<ul><li>College degree or equivalent business experience</li><li>3+ years retail buying experience; preferably with a large organization in a similar role</li><li>Retail planning experience preferred</li><li>Proficient in MS word and Excel</li><li>Ability to recognize, analyze and quantify market trends</li><li>Results oriented and self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency</li><li>Able to independently organize and prioritize broad workload to meet deadlines</li></ul></div><p></p><p><br>
About Catalyst:</p><p><br>
<br>
Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America&rsquo;s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.<br>
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For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page.</p>
Pay Range: USD $54,000.00 - USD $87,000.00 /Yr.</div>

Senior Assistant Buyer - Women's

Alamo Group

<div><p>Our company has been a leader in the traffic safety industry for more than two decades, with a focus on building crash attenuator trucks (TMA trucks) that are used in highway construction to protect crews in work zones.
</p><p>This administrative assistant position will be reporting directly to the Director of Operations at our facility in Shoemakersville, PA.</p>
Requirements:
<p><b>Position Summary:</b>
</p><p>The Buyer is a member of the materials team. The team is typically comprised of the Materials Manager, Buyer and Materials Handler. The materials team is responsible for effectively executing the materials strategies of the organization within the business. The Buyer I reports to the Materials Manager.</p>
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</p><p><b>Essential Functions of the Job:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Assists the materials team with sourcing and expediting of materials for our service department. It is important to procure these items as quickly as possible because a vehicle is usually down and waiting for them.
</li><li>They will help with the ordering and expediting &ldquo;B&rdquo; and &ldquo;C&rdquo; materials managed by the MRP.</li>
<li>Work with the suppliers to confirm delivery of upcoming materials as seen on the purchase orders. Enter these delivery promises in JDE and inform the responsible buyer as soon as possible if a delay is foreseen.
</li><li>They will be responsible to insure non-conforming materials are identified and are accurately processed in a timely manner by working with the suppliers and the department that found the error.
</li></ul><p><b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Driven to take each situation from beginning to end, they take ownership of their projects.
</li><li>Possess excellent communication skills, strong negotiating skills and ability to multi-task.</li>
<li>Must have good mathematical skills.</li>
<li>Computer skills: Proficiency with Excel, Word are required and JDEdwards preferred.</li>
<li>Experience and/or knowledge of Lean Principles preferred.</li>
<li>Experience with &ldquo;point of use&rdquo; inventory, working in a team environment, the use of &ldquo;pull&rdquo; systems and new product development processes is a plus.</li>
<li>Self-driven, high energy, positive attitude. Works well with others, is respectful and trustworthy. Likes to challenge the status quo, takes risks, present new ways of doing things. Takes pride in their work and takes ownership in the success of the organization.
</li><li>A natural forward planner who critically assess their own performance.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Education and Experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Two (2) years' experience in a similar role preferred.</li></ul></div>

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