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)
About Us:
GeoCentral features stunning rocks and crystals, holistic gemstones, trendy home décor, jewelry, fun kits, and impulse items. As the premier supplier of earth-related gifts for more than 40 years to the wholesale trade, our unique array of products can be found in national and international retailers.
Job Summary:
This is a full-time position based out of our Mason, Ohio office. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Inventory Planning & Purchasing. The assistant buyer/assistant planner works as part of the Planning and Logistics team and will be directly involved in the purchasing process by working directly with domestic and international vendors to procure product, obtain product information, and most importantly, ensure on time delivery. Additionally, they will support the Product Development team, data maintenance, inventory analysis and specified projects as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Purchase Order Management
- Create purchase orders in SAGE (ERP system) based on quantities approved in monthly purchasing review or ad hoc needs.
- Communicate purchase orders to vendors upon PO creation and act as a liaison for additional needs to the vendor (artwork, carton markings, labels, etc.)
- Request and approve vendor confirmations of POs
- Review invoices and packing lists to ensure accuracy.
- Manage the Open PO report
Product & Production Team Support
- Owns the execution of Work Order Ticket Entry in Sage for Specialty and Key Account production needs.
- Owns weekly Out of Stock & Low inventory report updates to be shared with Sale & Creative teams as directed.
- General item maintenance
- Review items and categories on the GeoCentral website and other 3d party platforms as directed. Update as needed.
- Owns the item setup process.
Logistics
- Work directly with our Director of Logistics and Planning Manager to get all vendor shipments booked on time to meet the required in DC date for GeoCentral POs.
- In coordination with Expeditor’s, help ensure any missing documentation from vendors gets supplied to keep shipments on schedule.
- Understand the impact customs delays or other unforeseen shipping issues will have on our POs and update them accordingly.
Successful candidates will have:
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment with little direction
- Self-starter, positive attitude and tireless work ethic
- Ability to learn new systems and processes.
- Adept in Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, IF statements, and the drive to learn more), Word, and Outlook
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.65 - $24.51 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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Work Location: In person
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