Assistant Buyer | LGM - Gaming

ASM Global • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience. We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a true extension of each client’s brand. Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience. THE ROLE The Assistant/Associate Buyer works closely with the Buying Team and is responsible for development, sourcing, procurement, and maintenance of merchandise by performing the following duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year College / Three-Four years within Legends Global Merchandise.
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year College or four years related retail experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• This position requires that the person be highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Strong computer skills are a must.
• Use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and comfortable use of Internet is necessary.
• Must have excellent data entry skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to understand and follow work processes.
• Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• The ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales and make chase buying decisions based on projections while considering budget and product lifecycle.
• Plan future year’s assortment plans during current year using sales history, future projections and considering opportunities to expand the business.
• Assist with sourcing, product development, art requests, and product approval process.
• Works with vendors to get the best cost and PO terms to increase the bottom line
• Work with Sr. Program Coordinator to make sure all new items are online
• Act as the escalation POC for accounting to resolve PO or invoice discrepancies.
• Must possess a high level of professionalism in a team structure both internally, with vendors and clients.
• Must be creative, problem solving and a critical thinker.
• Position requires hours at a computer entering and analyzing data which requires attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Position may require travel to events with exposure to the climate, dust, odors, and noise. Events require long hours.
• Other duties may be assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level