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Buyer Assistant

Follett Corporation

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Westchester, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Follett Corporation is hiring a Buyer Assistant. The Buyer Assistant supports category management and vendor relationships by preparing sales reports, analyzing data, maintaining SKU and pricing information, communicating product details, assisting with online assortment execution, processing purchase orders, and responding to field inquiries.

Key focus areas include Prepare weekly sales reports for distribution to GM and Operations management teams, Analyze sales using reporting tools (MMS, RetailIDEAS) for assortment and vendor reviews and presentations, and Work closely with Merchandise Control team to maintain SKU and pricing information.

Important skills include Excel, Oral Communication, Communication, Analytical Skills, and Retail Math. Preferred (not required): MMS, RetailIDEAS, and Collaboration.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

MMSRetailIDEASExcelOral CommunicationCommunicationAnalytical SkillsRetail MathCollaboration

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentBusiness Marketing or Retail Merchandise BackgroundRetail Environment Experience

Full job description

Responsibilities

Category Management Support:

  • Prepares weekly sales reports for distribution to GM and Operations management teams

  • Analyzes sales using reporting tools (MMS, RetailIDEAS) as needed for assortment reviews, vendor reviews, internal/external presentations, test programs, and additional reporting as necessary to support sales and merchandise strategy.

  • Works closely with Merchandise Control team to maintain SKU and pricing information.

  • Communicates vendor/product information to the Planning and Allocation team including assortment plans, and lead times.

  • Assists in the assortment execution online including gathering images and proofreading copy.

  • Executes purchase orders for test programs and seasonal programs.

  • Responds to inquiries from the field operations team regarding product assortments for the existing and new retail locations.

Vendor Relationship Management:

  • Corresponds with prospective vendors on an ongoing basis and communicates status in the review process.

  • Communicates with vendors continually regarding the product, pricing, minimums, terms, shipping, labor code compliance, digital imagery, and other vendor-related concerns.

  • Updates and distributes assortment plans, term sheets, and correspondence letters to vendors

  • Proofing: Verifies that pricing and vendor information is accurate in the system. Proofreads correspondence letters.

  • Sample Management: Maintains and organizes vendor samples of approved assortment.

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.

  • Educational background in business, marketing, or retail merchandise preferred.

  • Work experience in a retail environment is required.

  • Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

  • Must possess superior oral and written communication skills.

  • Strong analytical skills, including an understanding of retail math.

  • Ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships with other departments.

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