Burlington Coat Factory - Los Angeles, CA

posted 2 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Hybrid - Los Angeles, CA
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

Starting a new career is a big deal, and at Burlington, we love big deals! If you always hop on the latest trends and notice all the little details, have a passion for retail, and are prepared to join a team for the long haul, we encourage you to apply for our 2025 Assistant Buyer program. You will analyze a business area and develop relationships with vendors to bring in the best products and values for our customers. Our Burlington has evolved from a family-owned coat business in 1972 to one of today's leading off-price retailers, operating in clothing, baby items, home goods, and much more. Centered on five tenets, 'Our Burlington' defines who we are as an employer, and what's important to us as a team, guiding us toward becoming an even stronger competitor in the off-price channel.

Responsibilities

  • Select and procure merchandise in conjunction with your Buyer in the assigned business area of responsibility.
  • Provide operational support to Buyer with independent accountability of business analysis.
  • Travel to market visits to select and negotiate product that meets the customers' needs.
  • Monitor industry trends, evaluate the competition, and conduct competitive shopping.
  • Independently build vendor relationships and establish a positive relationship to effectively influence vendors.
  • Manage a large magnitude of email streams across a diverse vendor database.
  • Maintain planned receipt flow on a consistent basis.
  • Consistently drive results by strategically managing the full cycle of merchandise.
  • Collaborate for success within the department.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Merchandising, Marketing, Business).
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Fundamental understanding of retail math.
  • Data-driven problem solver who can build and maintain productive partnerships.
  • Ability to recognize, analyze, and quantify market trends.
  • Ability to think critically with high attention to detail.
  • Affinity for retail math, product/merchandising, and building a career in Buying.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and operate with a high sense of urgency.
  • Ability to negotiate with vendors to acquire the best prices for customers.
  • A self-starter who takes initiative with a sense of curiosity and adaptability.
  • Ability to travel frequently/regularly as required for business-related activities.

Benefits

  • An annual salary of $66,560 plus bonus with eligibility for an annual performance-based merit increase.
  • A benefits package with a generous PTO plan.
  • Affordable health insurance options (medical, dental, vision).
  • Company-matched 401(k).
  • Paid holidays and Early Fridays all year round.
  • An associate discount for in-store purchases.
  • Professional development opportunities for long-term career growth.
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