Buying Assistant

02835ad7-1b2e-4eb2-9773-3454d03b1a3e•Cerritos, CA

11d•$20 - $23

About The Position

The Buying Assistant supports the buying department with daily tasks, order entry and management, vendor relationships, and administrative work. The role involves coordinating with vendors, sales analysts, and the buying team while learning and supporting the buying process. It is a permanent, full-time position for an exceptionally organized candidate who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High level of attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and stay organized under tight deadlines.
High sense of urgency, punctuality, and timeliness.
Strong work ethic and motivation to learn.
Ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Strong understanding of the fashion landscape, with a keen eye for emerging trends and up-and-coming brands.
Degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Merchandising Management, or a similar field.
Proficiency in Gmail, Excel, Word, and online navigation.
Previous experience with data entry.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in a showroom, buying office, or fashion industry environment.

Responsibilities

Oversee order entry and ongoing reorder management, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
Manage trend and product-detail tagging, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
Manage discrepancies and shipping updates.
Send selling reports to vendors.
Manage vendor forms, new brand paperwork requests, and fur documents.
Request, coordinate, and track samples.
Handle email correspondence in a timely and communicative manner.
Complete ad hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management.
Join brand appointments with the buyer, both virtually and in person for local markets.