Retail Assistant Buyer
About The Position
American Dream, developed by Triple Five Group, is an unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail, and dining, comprising more than 3 million square feet just minutes away from New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey. American Dream is home to leading attractions, including DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA Life Aquarium, Big Snow Ski Hill, Dream Wheel – a 300-foot observation wheel overlook the NYC skyline, as well as attractions debuting soon such as The Game Room Powered by Hasbro and Skip Barber Racing Go-Kart Academy. American Dream’s immersive luxury shopping and dining experience – The Avenue – features Saks Fifth Avenue, Hermès, Saint Laurent, Dolce & Gabbana, Carpaccio, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, and much more. The retail collection is further expanded with flagship locations for Aritzia, H&M, PRIMARK, Uniqlo, Sephora and Zara; as well as the Toys'R'Us global flagship, the only standalone location in the U.S, and the world’s first and only “candy department store,” IT’SUGAR. The Retail Assistant Buyer supports the buying team in planning, purchasing, and managing merchandise to maximize sales, profitability, and inventory productivity. This role assists with vendor communication, purchase order management, sales analysis, product selection, sku setup and merchandising activities to ensure the right products are available at the right time.
Requirements
- 2-3 years of retail, merchandising, purchasing, or inventory management experience.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with retail systems preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Merchandising, Retail Management, Marketing, or related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Buyers in purchasing merchandise for assigned categories.
- Create, track, and maintain purchase orders and vendor documentation.
- Monitor inventory levels and recommend replenishment orders.
- Maintain accurate product data, pricing, and item setup in retail systems.
- Coordinate with vendors regarding shipments, product availability, and delivery schedules.
- Review and resolve discrepancies related to orders, invoices, and inventory receipts.
- Support the development of promotional plans
- Collaborate with back of house and front of house teams
- Research competitor offerings, pricing strategies, and industry trends.
- Assist in product presentations, vendor meetings, and assortment reviews.
- Manage inventory count process and assist with receiving as needed
- Perform as needed cycle counts for inventory accuracy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
