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Assistant Buyer

Karen Kane
Vernon, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025 CLOSED ON 5/23/2025

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.

Essential Skills & Qualifications :

  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Basic understanding of retail metrics, sales trends, and inventory management.
  • Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with other business management systems.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team, offering support where needed, and taking initiative to drive business goals.
  • Passion for women’s fashion and a keen eye for emerging trends.
  • Experience :

  • Previous experience in retail buying, selling, merchandising, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
  • Benefits :

  • 401k plan with partial company match
  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision plan
  • Clothing discount
  • Life insurance with additional voluntary life insurance policy
  • Voluntary short-term and long-term disability policies
  • Voluntary free annual biometric health test
  • Early access to company sample sales
  • Company-sponsored Wellness program
  • Access to free health & mindfulness webinars
  • Partial healthcare-subsidized fitness membership to 10,000 gym locations across the country
  • Company-subsidized discounts to theme parks & local attractions, including Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios, Legoland, Six Flags, Sea World, and Southern California sports teams; discounts to brands including Vitamix, Sonos, and others
  • 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.

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