Assistant Buyer
Core
Support Buyers in planning, purchasing, controlling, and merchandising assigned merchandise categories to maximize sales, profits, and market share for Family Dollar.
Role type
Assistant Buyer (Merchandising & Purchasing)
Builds
Merchandise assortments, pricing plans, advertising materials, and vendor partnerships for retail stores.
Domain
Retail / Consumer Goods
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Retail buying/purchasing experience, Microsoft Office proficiency, retail math, analytical skills, trend analysis, vendor negotiation, planogram creation, data reporting (MicroStrategy)
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree, fashion/seasonal program knowledge, industry report analysis
Technologies
MicroStrategy, Microsoft Office, Windows-based programs
Responsibilities
Develop competitive customer and market strategies with Buyers; create/select ads and endcaps; analyze categories to identify sales opportunities and trends; maintain vendor partnerships and resolve issues; shop local and comparative stores to evaluate competition; generate reports and perform data analysis; assist with assortment planning and line reviews.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC