The Assistant Buyer – Accessories (Omni) 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 Assistant Buyer to not only work closely with the Buyer, but one that also partners with Logistics to accomplish team objectives. In terms of professional development, we hope to see our Assistant Buyers develop a true understanding of the Windsor customer and the Windsor buying philosophy. The roadmap for growth as an Assistant Buyer leads 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 Assistant Buyers to embrace the Windsor values set forth in our mission statement.
Job Responsibilities
- Attends vendor appointments and pull product to review with buyer
- Request all style information necessary for making business decisions
- Write orders with Buyer approval
- Prepare & attend all style out meetings & take detailed notes
- Review & approve/reject TOP samples, PP samples or fit samples
- Review Selling Report and suggest reorders
- Maintain Ladder Programs on a weekly basis
- Set up product for monthly meetings with Marketing, Social Media, Visuals, & other cross functioning partners.
- Is proficient at reading and understanding reports that are important for the business
- Create Excel and BI reports as necessary
- Attends Business Review Meetings
- Attends concept meeting and takes pictures if necessary
- Respond to emails within 1 business day
- Assists AP with PO invoices or any issues
- Attend trade shows/market trips as needed
- Own and oversee smaller accessory categories, ensuring smooth execution and performance.
Key Qualifications & Requirements:
- 2-3 years of experience in an assistant buyer role in Accessories is preferred
- Analytical and retail math knowledge
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment
- Ability to make fast decisions and calculated risks
- Ability to negotiate well
- Microsoft Excel knowledge
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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