What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Buyer position at Karen Kane?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Women's Apparel and Accessory Buying Assistant to support both our Buying team and Sales team in executing the overall merchandise strategy for the brand. This position plays a key role in maintaining purchasing systems, managing inventory flow, and building strong relationships with internal and external partners.
As an Assistant Buyer, you will assist with daily buying activities, perform business analysis, and provide recommendations to ensure that performance aligns with plans. The role will involve staying on top of sales trends, inventory management, and product performance to contribute to driving results for the brand(s).
Key Responsibilities :
- Support both our Buying Team and Sales Team in monitoring sales trends and managing inventory levels to ensure product availability.
- Assist with organizing samples and future on-order products.
- Organize and maintain records of products that need to be photographed.
- Monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Coordinate and distribute digital assets for relevant marketing partners.
- Help ensure products have proper marketing assets to ensure strong sell through.
- Work with vendors to resolve issues with inbound products.
- Identify new opportunities for sales revenue growth.
- Assist in the creation of purchase orders for both new and replenished styles.
- Work with Sales Team as needed.
- Help set up new vendor accounts and new product styles within the system.
- Assist with maintaining accurate records of purchases, pricing, and product specifications.
- Provide regular updates on key reports for Senior Management’s review.
- Work with Sales team in collaboration to sell off aged inventory.
- Collaborate with the planning team to ensure the assortment is aligned with customer needs by analyzing historical sales data, current trends, and future product forecasts.
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Benefits :
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in the buying and sales world while being a part of a dynamic and growing team.