The Men's Assistant Buyer plays a vital role in supporting the buying team by assisting with the end-to-end buying process, including product selection, purchasing, and inventory management.
Requirements
- Uphold and promote Buckle's image, philosophy and goals to both Guests and Teammates.
- Utilize advanced knowledge of office tools, computer systems, and reporting software to manage tasks efficiently.
- Conduct occasional in-store visits to network with the team and evaluate product performance.
- Gain a foundational understanding of allocations processes and product flow.
- Analyze and maintain monthly reports, compliance issues, store distributions, and inventory evaluations.
- Assist in product selection and purchasing decisions for assigned categories.
- Develop cross-category expertise to effectively collaborate with other Teammates and contribute to the buying strategy.
- Manage the handling of samples, ensuring accurate data entry and organization for review.
- Participate in fit sessions, recording detailed feedback and communicating necessary adjustments to vendors.
- Act as a proactive leader within a category team, collaborating on daily tasks and long-term projects.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and sales representatives, communicating regularly throughout the buying and fitting processes.
- Attend vendor meetings and buying appointments, with occasional travel to markets as needed.
- Collaborate with Buyers to create and review tech packs, ensuring clear and accurate communication with vendors.
- Coordinate pricing negotiations, retargeting, and product details with vendors, always ensuring alignment with the appropriate Buyer(s).