buyer assistant

Dallas Independent School District

<div><div>Buyer Assistant (226 Days) -(RTP20251030-028)<div>
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Description<div>
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Organize and assist with routine activities within procurement services.</li><li>
Provide quality and timely customer service to employees, vendors and the general public.</li><li>
Assist in preparing and processing contracts, purchase requisitions and contract files as assigned.</li><li>
Assist with the maintenance and organization of an accurate and efficient filing system for proposal and contract files within procurement services.</li><li>
Type and edit documents and correspondence, including but not limited forms, proposals, contracts, general letters, board documents, proposal tabulations and other written communications.</li><li>
Respond to inquiries from public, vendors and employees in an accurate, knowledgeable and efficient manner, bringing to the attention of the director those that cannot be handled.</li><li>
Detect, research and assist with the resolution of problems in the area of contract services and procurement.</li><li>
Assist with the collection of required documentation for audits and public information requests.</li><li>
Provide regular feedback to the director regarding the status of projects and issues.</li><li>
Provides support to the Buyers as needed.</li><li>
Provide support for the District&rsquo;s small business participation goals.</li><li>
Attend staff development meetings, information sessions, and continuing education seminars as directed.</li><li>
Provide backup support to Procurement Services reception desk and phone inquiries.</li><li>
Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned.</li></ul><div>
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Qualifications<div>
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Accredited High School diploma; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree a preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Three years of related experience</li><li>
Task oriented self-starter with minimal supervision.</li><li>
Ability to work on multiple projects and perform with a high degree of accuracy.</li><li>
Problem solving/investigative skills to research and respond to inquiries.</li><li>
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of district personnel and vendors.</li><li>
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and meet established deadlines.</li><li>
Strong organizational, communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Proficiency in keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheets, and file maintenance.</li><li>
Proficiency in computer software programs, such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Oracle.</li><li>
Excellent verbal communication skills and writing ability</li></ul><div>
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Work Locations: Procurement Services 9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY SUITE 1510 Dallas 75231</div><div>
Job: Buyer Assistant-Purchasing</div><div>
 Full-time</div><div>
Minimum Salary: 52,287.00</div><div>
Median Salary: 67149.00</div><div>
Job Posting: Nov 10, 2025</div></div>

Buyer Assistant (226 Days)

Nivel Parts And Manufacturing

<p></p><div><p><b>PRODUCTION BUYER / PLANNER ASSISTANT - Contractor</b></p>
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Production Buyer / Planer Assistant will act in a support role to our Production Planner. The position requires the capacity to work individually and in a team environment, build effective working relationships inside and outside of the group. The person in this position must be flexible and have the ability to get along well with others.</p>
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This is a contract position</b>: $17-22 Depending on experience.</p><br>
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Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p>
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An overview of the job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Manage inventory of raw materials for production</li>
<li>Place orders and schedule delivery of items based on demand forecast</li>
<li>Liaison between sales, purchasing, and production to ensure materials on hand to build.</li>
<li>Reviews shortage reports to determine requirements and overdue material</li>
<li>Maintain supplier relationships</li>
<li>Expedite/ Cancel orders as required</li>
<li>Maintains procurement records to document items or services purchased</li>
<li>Assists in setting up part numbers as needed, including pricing, lead time, min order qty, primary and secondary supplier and other purchasing related functions</li>
<li>Ability to manage and track in-bound shipments from both International &amp; Domestic Suppliers</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
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Education and Experience:</b></p>
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<li>Minimum of 2+ years in administrative or support position.</li>
<li>Procurement experience is a plus, good analytical skills.</li>
<li>Someone who has worked in manufacturing or distribution is a plus.</li>
<li>Strong Math and problem-solving skills required.</li>
<li>College degree is a plus but not required if years of experience.</li></ul><br>
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Knowledge Skills and Abilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills with a detailed focus on follow-up processes</li>
<li>Strong communications skills</li>
<li>Microsoft Office &ndash; Word, Excel is required.</li>
<li>Experience with AX &ndash; Microsoft Dynamics Procurement or other similar software is plus.</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize work assignment</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Equal Opportunity Employer<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

Production Buyer/Planner Assistant

Navy Exchange

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>250003DH</b><div>
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Primary Location</b><b>:</b> United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach</div><div><b>
Organization</b><b>:</b> NEXCOMHQ<div>
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Pay Range</b><b>:</b> $40,737 - $55,378</div><div></div><div><p><b><br>
Job Summary:</b></p><p>
Assists Buyer and Planner Distributor in various functional merchandising areas.</p><p><b>
Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Assists the Buyer and Planner Distributor in all functions including assortment planning execution advertising coordination financial planning execution merchandise allocation replenishment for one or more assigned departments for a worldwide retail organization.</li><li>
Assists the buyer in evaluation development and execution of appropriate stock assortments and sources of supply for regional and corporate programs.</li><li>
Negotiate with vendors for additional support such as cooperative advertising freight allowances coupons in store merchandising demonstrations and training.</li><li>
Responsible for advertising information program sheets and tracks the order status to ensure on time receipts for advertised items. Places orders as directed.</li><li><p>
At the direction of the Buyer may assume buying responsibility for specific merchandise classifications.</p></li><br>
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At the direction of the DMM may assume responsibility for developing inventory projections planning and replenishment for specific merchandise classifications.</li><li>
Effectively communicates all merchandising programs to worldwide stores and other departments as appropriate.</li><li>
Responsible for new items vendor set up and maintaining accurate item vendor data including pricing in the merchandising system.</li><li>
Works with management to develop and maintain plan-o-grams.</li><li>
Place and track open orders from placement to receipt.</li><li>
Maintain open to buy as directed.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
Works with Buyer and Planner Distributor to analyze vendor performance.</li><li>
Prepares system reports as needed for review and analyze.</li><li><p>
Conducts store visits in conjunction with Buyer or Planner Distributor to evaluate merchandising programs and execution. Provides recommendations for changes improvement as appropriate.</p></li><br>
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Participate in advertising meetings vendor meetings and merchandise clinics.</li><li>
Attends professional development training.</li><li>
Supervises assigned administrative support staff and delegate tasks as appropriate</li><li>
Keeps abreast of current industry trends through but not limited to vendor meetings market trips trade publications and commercial store visits.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
Performance is evaluated based on operational performance of the assigned departments skills evaluation customer service collaboration and teamwork leadership and established individual performance objectives.</li><li>
The incumbent of this position must file a Financial Disclosure Report OGE Form 450 as required</li></ul></div><div></div><div><p><b><br>
Total of 4 years of experience consisting of the following</b></p><p><b>
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: </b>3 years general experience which was gained in administrative merchandising technical or other responsible work which enabled the applicant to gain a knowledge of merchandising and procurement practices skill in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships and the ability to exercise mature judgment.</p><p><b>
OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: </b>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.</p><p><b>
AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: </b>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.</p><div><br>
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Job</b><b>:</b> Buying</div><div><b>
Schedule</b><b>:</b> Full-Time (35 + hours)</div><div><b>
Unposting Date</b><b>:</b> Nov 23, 2025, 10:59:00 PM</div></div>

ASSISTANT BUYER - HANDBAGS

Qatar Airways

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Job title
</div><div>Buying Support Assistant
</div></div><div><div>Ref #
</div><div>228315
</div></div><div><div>Location
</div><div>Qatar - Doha
</div></div><div><div>Job family
</div><div>Customer Service
</div></div><div><div><ul><li>Closing date: 04-Dec-2025</li></ul><br>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><p>An exciting opportunity for Buying Support Assistant to work under QDFC &mdash; Food and Beverage.</p><p>
Assist the Buyer to source, develop and deliver a specific range of products at the right cost, right time and the right place to achieve the company&rsquo;s gross profit and to provide coverage for the category buyers during their absence.</p><p>
Operational Accountabilities;</p><ul><li><p>
Accepting/Preparing order files for Buying Officer to respective department to ensure the buying process are completed in a timely and efficient manner.</p></li><li><p>
Ensure accuracy of all data entered into the order system to ensure full, detailed, correct information are sent to the Suppliers.</p></li><li><p>
Maintain all documents and records up to date for internal use and audit purpose.</p></li><li><p>
Monitor and update all shipping order details and communicate ETA to buyers and warehouse department to ensure items are delivered timely to support operation needs.</p></li><li><p>
Process / send all orders through to the suppliers enabling the prompt supply of stocks for the operation.</p></li><li><p>
Preparing meeting reports, monthly reports for buyers and suppliers, such as Shipping Tracking Report, Promotional Report and Weekly Top 50 Report.</p></li><li><p>
Prepare forecasting reports for reordering purposes.</p></li><li><p>
Dealing with suppliers and promoters for the promotion &amp; promotional stock inventory to ensure stock level are managed as per the business requirement e.g., GWPs, FOC stock etc.</p></li><li><p>
Creating New PLU, Update PLU sheet whenever required, completing Price Change Authorization Form, and Vendor Creation Forms for approval.</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate price changes with Cost Controller once approved by Buyer/ Category Manager.</p></li><li><p>
Walk the shop floor and warehouse department on a regular basis to review stock levels ensuring it's in line with the business needs.</p></li><li><p>
Monitor availability by stock on hand vs. sales through sales and stock reports.</p></li><li><p>
Monitor and communicate fast- and slow-moving items to buyers for future improvements.</p></li><li><p>
Prepare incentive and uniform allowances for Beauty Advisors/Promoters in line with the company/brand agreement, ensuring payment are proceeding on time.</p></li><li><p>
Co-ordinating with Marketing Team for monthly promotional signage.</p></li><li><p>
Receive daily DC discrepancies report and liaise with supplier to adjust order/ PO/ coordinate damages.</p></li><li><p>
Perform other department duties related to his/her position as directed by the Head of the Department.</p><p></p><p><br>
Be part of an extraordinary story</p></li></ul><p>
Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You&rsquo;ll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community. Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge.</p><p>
Join us as we dare to achieve what&rsquo;s never been done before.</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Qualification and experience:</p><ul><li><p>
High School Qualification with Minimum 2 years of job-related. OR</p></li><li><p>
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent with Minimum 1 years of job-related experience.</p></li><li><p>
Computer literate with through knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint</p></li><li><p>
Working knowledge in Navision/Oracle will be an added advantage Well-developed interpersonal team-oriented skills Fluent in English language, both written and oral.</p></li><li><p>
Fluency in Arabic a distinct advantage.</p></li><li><p>
Good Knowledge skills</p></li><li><p>
Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with strong influencing and persuasive talents.</p></li></ul><p>
</p><p>About Qatar Airways Group</p><p>
Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We&rsquo;ve grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don&rsquo;t slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what&rsquo;s never been done before. So, whether you&rsquo;re creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination.</p><p>
Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.</p><br>
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<div><b>About Qatar Airways Group
</b></div><br>
Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We&rsquo;ve grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don&rsquo;t slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what&rsquo;s never been done before.<br>
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So whether you&rsquo;re creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.<br>
</div></div><div><div>https://aa115.taleo.net/careersection/QA_External_CS/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&amp;job=228315</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Buying Support Assistant

Boscov's Department Store

<div><p><b>Boscov&rsquo;s Assistant Buyer</b></p><p></p><p><br>
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></p><p><br>
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></p><p><b><br>
Job Responsibilities</b></p><p></p><p><br>
As a member of the merchant team, the Assistant Buyer will coordinate many functions of the buying office area.</p><p></p><p><br>
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><p>
Communication and visits to stores</p></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></p><p><br>
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><div>
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:</div><br>
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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></p><p><br>
#INDCORP</p></div>

Assistant Buyer- Bath Shop & Table Linens

WOW Softech

<p> <strong>Position: </strong>Assistant Buyer - Ladies Footwear</p> <p> <strong>Experience: </strong>6+ Years in retail industry with at least 4 years in Merchandising role or at least 1 year in an assistant buyer role into footwear buying &amp; merchandising</p> <p> <strong>Location: </strong>Dubai, UAE</p> <br> <p> <strong>Role &amp; responsibilities</strong> </p> <p>The role provides analytical and operational support for enabling effective running of activities related to the department. Individual</p> <p>contributor role with responsibility for supporting in range building, product development and strategy, monitoring the fashion market and</p> <p>customer activity.</p> <br> <ul> <li>Assist the buyer/senior buyer in costing negotiation with suppliers and ensure margin targets are met </li> <li>Work with buyer/senior buyer to formulate clear strategy for season through in season and post season review analysis. </li> <li>Assist buyer/senior buyer in creating seasonal range plan/buy plan.</li> <li>Work closely with buyer and design team for product development</li> <li>Support in product development with design, manage vendors- tech pack finalisation &amp; supplier selections. </li> <li>Work with buyer/senior buyer to finalise sample &amp; ranges for laydown.</li> <li>Communication with suppliers requirements, pricing, packaging and compliance </li> <li>Work closely with merchandiser on approvals/ fits/ overall look of the garment, sample management, critical path management, vendors &amp; logistics management </li> <li>Seamless PLM management in terms of data entry, comments &amp; price negotiation </li> <li>Analyse weekly sales reports, product performance, stock availability, UDA analysis and highlight clear trade actions required. </li> <li>Work with VM team on collection launches as well as with sourcing, quality and logistics team for effective product quality and order management </li> <li>Market research track competition &amp; inspiration brands regularly with buyer/senior buyer to spot opportunities and risks and suggest actions to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities. </li> <li>Any other duties that maybe assigned by buyer/senior buyer /department head from time to time for smooth running of the department.</li> </ul> <br> <br> <p> <strong>Preferred candidate profile</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Strong product knowledge in related category/department </li> <li>Good Knowledge of buying processes </li> <li>Good Trend and customer understanding </li> <li>Good analytical skills </li> <li>Good planning and organising skills </li> <li>Good communication &amp; presentation skills </li> <li>Able to collaborate within team &amp; across functions </li> <li>Good Negotiation skills &amp; Continuous improvement mindset</li> </ul>

Assistant Buyer - Ladies Footwear - Fashion Retail

Confidential Company

<p>Coordination between multiple stakeholders within LS and external stakeholders like suppliers. Also responsible for doing all the data entry of all documents as required for all various modules, assist buyer in routine activities like range build up, samples arrangements, order processing and product performance</p><br/><p>Arranging samples from suppliers and working with buyer to present the same during range signoff • Preparation of range signoff sheet working very closely with the buyers • Coordinating with suppliers to arrange Performa invoice with all the required parameters • Generating stock reports of all the territories for reviewing best sellers and slow sellers, allocations,  general reviews, etc. • Preparing sales reports and attaching photographs and formatting in standard report for buying trip.  • Maintenance of catalogues / photographs / files hard copy / scanned copy.  • Coordination with other depts like VM and Marketing and sharing information and samples about the  upcoming range • Updating of CAM sheets and working very close with Ecom team to ensure all items are live on time • To coordinate with all the buyers on regular basis updating them the statuses of the entries made and  take care of complete documentation • Following up on shipments and ensuring it leaves on time  • Check Proforma invoices against orders placed and prepare internal memo.</p>

Buying Coordinator

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