Assistant Buyer - Hospitality Apparel

UA Brands•Fort Lauderdale, FL

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Buyer for Hospitality Apparel is responsible for the end-to-end administrative, operational, and executional merchandising support for the chef division. This role owns day-to-day execution across item setup, purchase order creation and maintenance, production administration, reporting, website merchandising accuracy, and vendor coordination. The Assistant Buyer manages product launches from setup through go-live, including Agile and new item tracking, shipment monitoring, image readiness, substitution follow-up, and on-time delivery communication.

Requirements

Experience in retail, merchandising, or buying (store, corporate, or internship level).
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook, including working with data, reporting, and large data sets.
Close attention to detail with the ability to manage administrative and execution-focused tasks accurately.
Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities independently while adapting to changing priorities and processes.
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with vendors and internal partners.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, professional approach.
Confidence-building partnerships and influencing outcomes with both internal and external stakeholders.
Familiarity with merchandising or retail systems (e.g., AX, PLM, Workfront).
Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Manage new item setup, product attributes, and pricing updates in AX, ensuring accurate and timely product launches.
Create and maintain Purchase Orders, including updates, adjustments, and production follow-ups to support inventory flow.
Coordinate with vendors on outsourced purchasing, including communication, costing validation, timelines, and shipment tracking.
Support production administration by maintaining key planning and allocation files and communicating updates to stakeholders.
Monitor inventory and backorder reporting, providing ETAs and substitution recommendations to Client Services and Sales.
Run selling and performance reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Review website product content and images to ensure accuracy and alignment with inventory availability.
Assist with product layouts and proofing across website, email, and catalog channels.
Support seasonal campaigns through competitive research, SEO reporting, and digital performance tracking.

Benefits

Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
Dental and Vision Coverage
Life/AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program – self-care and support for life’s everyday challenges
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
Short & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
Accident, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness Insurance – Protect your Income
Auto Insurance
Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off – Life Balance
Volunteer Time Off – Make an Impact
Employee Discount Program
Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
Regular Social Activities and Events – Mandatory Fun