What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUYER ASSISTANT position at KANES FURNITURE LLC?
We’re Hiring!
Your Success is OUR Success!
For 75 years, Kane’s has been providing our associates with the tools and training to succeed in a fast-paced environment. We are always on the search for highly motivated individuals to join our team! With 18 locations, and career opportunities in store management, customer service, sales, visual merchandising and store warehouse, there is plenty of opportunity right around the corner from you! Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, New Port Richey, Lakeland, Brandon, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, Ocoee, Orlando, Casselberry, Melbourne, and Ocala all have Kane’s Furniture stores.
Our Culture and how we give back
Kane’s Furniture is a rewarding place to work because of our people. Our associates genuinely care about each other and are always ready to assist and work toward a common goal which is helping our associates achieve success and assuring our customers love their home!
With associate and community engagement activities from community outreach programs to internal initiatives, our team always rises to the occasion, bringing enthusiasm, fun, and commitment to the occasion.
Did you know that Kane’s (and our associates) are involved in helping wonderful charities like the American Heart Association, Starting Straight Now (ending homelessness, one child at a time), Junior Achievement, Habitat for Humanity, Great Explorations, and Ronal McDonald House Charities? Whether it is physically rolling up our sleeves to help build a house with the Habitat for Humanity teams or speaking with kids enrolled in Junior Achievement that are exploring career opportunities, helping the communities in which we live, and work is extremely important to the Kane’s team.
Things you’ll love!
We truly care about the health and wellness of our associates and their families.
We offer: Medical, dental, vision, accident and life insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off and an associate discount for our merchandise.
What’s in it for YOU?
We want YOU to grow your career with US! When you join Kane’s, no matter what the level or role, we will support your path to success in many ways. We have 18 locations across central and southwest Florida as well as our Distribution and Store Support Center in Pinellas Park. At Kane’s we encourage our associates to transfer into different roles and locations to build their skills and ability. We offer a formal Manager in Training program within our stores to support our future leaders when they choose a path in retail management. Kane’s has a proven track record of promoting our associates from within!
Your role!
Buyer Assistant in our Merchandise Department
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Position Reports To: Merchandise Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible for providing administrative and organizational support to the Buying Office. Executes tasks as assigned by the Buying Office to include: special order entry, tagging program, order process and communication with internal and external parties as needed.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Create new sku’s while managing related product features & benefits
Create and print all new product tags
Maintain tag edits and download for store to print
Assist with market preparations as needed
Liaison between buyer and vendor partners
Communicate product status changes on weekly Merchandising Memo
SKU, label and distribute all special order materials
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Assumes responsibility for Office Organization.
Communicates effectively with stores, vendors and other professionals.
Prepare and distribute weekly Merchandise Memo as requested by the Buyers.
Performs other administrative and clerical tasks and completes special projects as assigned.
Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective business relations with stores, vendors, and other business professionals.
Responds to inquiries, handles or refers issues as appropriate while conveying a positive image of Kane’s.
Obtains and provides information as needed.
Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with area staff and with management.
Assist other assistants and personnel as needed.
Keep management apprised of activities and important information.
Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
Performs miscellaneous clerical and administrative tasks.
Perform other related duties and functions as required.
Performs special projects as assigned.
Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
Paperwork is neat, and promptly completed with accuracy.
Inquiries are courteously attended to. Good business relations exist with outside professionals and with stores.
Telephone calls and visitors are courteously received.
Documents and reports are accurately produced and up-to-date. Files are well maintained.
Good communication and coordination exist with area personnel and with management. Assistance is provided as needed. Management is appropriately informed.
Assistant support functions are well coordinated, directed, and efficient.
A professional image is projected and maintained.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required Knowledge:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of the internet and other web-based tools
Experience Required:
One year related experience preferred
Skills/Abilities:
Proficient word processing skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Strong customer service skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and public relations skills
Able to work well independently and as part of a team
Able to assist, direct, and coordinate others
Ability to interpret industry data and make decisions under supervision
Basic math operations on a regular basis
Kanes Furniture, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.
Kanes Furniture LLC, maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment background and drug tests.
We are an EEO/AA employer M/F/DV.
