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Junior Assistant Buyer

Job Details

999 Corporate in Santa Fe Springs - Santa Fe Springs, CA
Full Time
$25.00 - $26.50
Corporate

Description

The Jr. Assistant Buyer position at Windsor is one that focuses on supporting the Buyer in the areas of
vendor communication, negotiation, style selection, inventory management and have a strong
command of the on order.  This is a high energy position that requires the Jr. Assistant Buyer to not only
work closely with the Buyer, but one that also partners with Associate/Assistant Buyer and Merchandise
Assistants to accomplish team objectives.  In terms of professional development, the intent is for the Jr.
Assistant Buyers to gain knowledge and a strong understanding of the Windsor customer and the
Windsor buying philosophy as they become proficient in their trade.   The roadmap for growth as a Jr.
Assistant Buyer is one that can lead to a position in Planning, Buying or other corporate positions
that may arise.   Finally, like all roles at Windsor, we expect Jr. Assistant Buyers to embrace the
Windsor values set forth in our mission statement.  

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Attends vendor appointments and pull product to review with buyer as schedule allows
  •  Develop and maintain a system for organizing samples
  •  Assist in requesting style information necessary for making business decisions
  • Assist in writing orders with Buyer approval
  • Assist in communicating with vendors regarding TOP samples, PP samples or fit samples as necessary.
  • Is proficient at reading and understanding reports that are important for the business
  • Create Excel and BI reports as necessary
  • Assists in creating markdown simulations
  • Attends Business Review Meetings
  • Attends Best Seller Meetings
  • Assist in preparing Canva presentation for future on order meetings
  • Attends concept meeting and takes pictures if necessary
  • Respond to emails within 1 business day
  •  Assists AP with PO invoices or any issues

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Prior Clerical/Assistant Buyer experience in a Fashion retail chain
  • Degree in Fashion, Management or related fields (design, logistics, textiles, supply chain, merchandising, etc.)
  • Positive, respectful and self-motivated attitude
  • Passionate about fashion and knowledgeable/up-to-date on latest trends
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
  • Outstanding organizational/time-management skills
  • Capability to pick up new skill sets quickly and efficiently
  • Strong PC/Microsoft Office skills, with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheet application

Physical/Environmental Demands and Overtime & Availability:
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office
equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances. Sedentary work. Exerting up to
10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a small amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry,

push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Adequate movements (motions) of the wrists,
hands, and/or fingers. Team members are required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such
as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive
reading.


*Job descriptions are merely a summary of the position. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change
and may include any other that management finds necessary to successfully maintain business
operations.


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