Assistant Buyer 3 - Pickleball Warehouse & Padel Warehouse - Alpharetta, GA

Sports Warehouse, Inc.•Alpharetta, GA

37m•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in inventory management by placing low-stock POs and maintaining internal inventory levels. Support the growth and optimization of the pickleball/padel product assortment by building strong vendor relationships, monitoring and maintaining product mix, and assisting in promotional development.

Requirements

Knowledge and passion for pickleball/padel strongly preferred.
Demonstrate familiarity with products associated with the work.
Display strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Practice confidentiality due to the nature of information role is privy to.
Be proficient in math and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Demonstrate ability to learn new software applications.
Communicate clearly and professionally during conversations.
Demonstrate active listening skills.
Approach problem-solving with creativity and innovation.
Exhibit a professional demeanor in all interactions.
Interpret and execute written and verbal instructions accurately.
Follow directions well and gain clarification as needed.
Adapt to new circumstances and execute multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Maintain focus, attention to detail effectively.
Work independently and remain motivated.
Recognize when to seek assistance and collaborate effectively.
Foster a positive attitude and strong work ethic, contributing positively within a team.
Maintain a standard of conduct that will maintain an orderly and productive workplace.
Uphold standards of safety and cleanliness in the work environment.
Practice good judgement in actions and decision making.
Abide by all Sports Warehouse policies and procedures.
Demonstrate a sense of pride in your work and represent Sports Warehouse in a favorable manner.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and passion for pickleball/padel strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Create promotional POs to maintain margins prior to sale periods, under the guidance of senior team members.
Assist in developing product strategies, creating assortment plans, and maintaining product selection.
Maintain reports to track sales reperformance and monitor margins in relation to revenue targets.
Analyze sales reports and inventory levels to make strategy recommendations.
Periodically sweep pricing flags, category flags, and promotional categories within internal software to ensure accuracy.
Maintain appropriate min/max levels for assigned product categories to meet inventory targets.
Ensure that product is accurately displayed on the website by performing sweeps as assigned.
Create fill-in purchase orders as necessary, maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
Coordinate transfer orders between companies as assigned.
Accurately create products in internal software in a timely manner, as needed.
Maintain product pricing per vendor MAP policies as assigned, using Prisync to monitor competition.
Obtain and maintain general knowledge of padel product and categories to make informed purchasing decisions.
Follow-up with vendors regarding late purchase orders, communicating effectively both internally and externally.
Follow-up with the Customer Service department regarding changes to expected arrival dates for products on customer orders.
Maintain quantities and backorder dates on purchase orders to ensure accurate information is reflected on our website(s).
Foster strong vendor relationships to support effective communication and seamless collaboration.
Follow-up with vendors regarding backorder dates, mis-shipped items, and un-received POs.
Facilitate communication between accounting and vendors regarding pricing discrepancies.
Enter POs on vendor B2B websites, as assigned.
Communicate with vendors regarding receiving issues (e.g. damaged product, RAs).
Create and maintain sales, inventory, and turns reports for internal teams and external partners as assigned, ensuring accurate and timely distribution.
Create and distribute specialized vendor-facing reports as assigned.
Other duties deemed necessary to support daily operations of Sports Warehouse.