Assistant Buyer

Enthusiast Auto Holdings • Wadsworth, OH

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About The Position

The Assistant Buyer supports the Buying team in sourcing and purchasing products that meet customer demand and company objectives. This role assists with vendor communications, inventory management, purchase order processing, and market research to ensure the right products are available at the right time and price. The position contributes to a positive customer experience through effective inventory management (availability), strong vendor relationships (our company tenant of win-win partnerships), and data-driven purchasing decisions. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, strong analytical abilities, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a passion for continuous process improvement. While purchasing and inventory experience is preferred, the company values motivated individuals who are eager to learn and grow within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant buying, planning, inventory management, or purchasing experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Microsoft Word and Powerpoint.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to work with inventory and purchasing management systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Highly organized with strong planning and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Team-oriented with a flexible and collaborative mindset.
• Entrepreneurial approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Positive, professional, and customer-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Strategically source and purchase products to maintain optimal inventory levels (availability targets) while increasing margin dollars.
• Forecast demand and proactively place purchase orders based on seasonality, trends, and sales performance.
• Manage inventory availability while achieving margin, inventory turn, and excess inventory targets.
• Monitor inventory health and develop strategies to reduce distressed and excess inventory.
• Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Develop strategic growth plans with vendors focused on Commerce, Content, and Community initiatives.
• Support vendor negotiations through market research, pricing analysis, and performance reporting.
• Collaborate with vendors on inventory exit strategies and inventory optimization initiatives.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, agreements, and purchasing documentation.
• Track product and category performance using sales, inventory, and margin data.
• Analyze trends and provide actionable recommendations to improve business performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve product availability, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Prepare reports and insights to support purchasing decisions and vendor discussions.
• Partner with Marketing, Brand team, Operations, and other departments to communicate product availability.
• Support initiatives that increase sales, improve customer experience, and reduce excess inventory.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and recommend operational enhancements.

What This Job Offers

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