Assistant Buyer

Company: Aerotek
Location: Albany
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Aerotek has opening for assistant buyers with a large national company. The assistant buyers are responsible for working directly with procurement and distributors to make sure they have the correct product in their stores. This position will require computer skills as well as familiarity with Microsoft Excel.Job Duties:The Merchandising Assistant will work with the Merchant/Buyer to select merchandise, set up and review orders, communicate pricing and promotional strategy and maintain inventory in their retail stores andthe company website. The position will require interaction with the merchandising and marketing teams in addition to communicating with external vendor partners via phone, email and possibly attending in person meetings when necessary. The Merchandising Assistant will use tools including Microsoft Excel spreadsheets or Google sheets, the AS400 merchandising system and Microsoft Access.The Merchandising Assistant may also fulfill clerical needs for the department in maintaining planning calendars, researching market trends, updating reports in Google Sheets and processing invoices. These responsibilities require organization and attention to detail in a very fast-paced work environment as well as strong time management skills. Previous merchandising, purchasing or retail experience is preferred.Candidates must have: Proficient in G-Suite programs including Google Docs, Sheets, and Gmail and/or Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Access and Word. Excellent communication and organizational skills Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Business Economics, Purchasing or 2 years of experience in purchasing or merchandisingPay Rate: $16.80-$19.00Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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