What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Buyer position at Reebok?
Overview
Reebok is a pioneer in the sporting goods industry with a rich and storied fitness heritage dating back to 1895. Reebok was founded on athletic footwear that changed the direction of sport. Since then, the art of outpacing expectation has brewed in the brand’s DNA. This is what fuels Reebok to break up boundaries and incite movement. And to make products that help others explore exactly what movement means to them. Reebok strives to deliver each and every athlete, from professionals to enthusiasts, with the opportunity, products and inspiration to reach their full potential. Reebok Classics leverage the brand’s fitness heritage and represent the roots of the brand in the sports lifestyle market. Reebok is an American-inspired global brand with headquarters in Boston, MA.
The Assistant Buyer supports the Buyer in forecasting, planning and implementing strategies in order to achieve or exceed sales goals and profit margins for a department. The Assistant Buyer will also help the Buyer develop, implement and track promotional strategies in an effort to generate additional sales, move slow selling goods and maintain healthy inventory levels.
Job Responsibilities
- Assisting the buyer with the selection of the right product mix.
- Write, place and track purchase orders.
- Ensure products are purchased at the right time, to specification and at a good price.
- Preparing competitive retail and pricing strategies.
- Compiling reports on product performance and statistics.
- Assist the Buyer in forecasting, planning and implementing strategies in order to achieve sales and profit margins.
- Assist the Buyer in negotiating and liquidating corporate excess, while achieving profit plans.
- Prepare and analyse weekly style and category reports.
- Assist in ensuring proper assortment mix by managing class plans and key item sheets weekly.
Qualifications
- Microsoft Office including a comprehensive knowledge of Excel.
- Strong Analytical skills, including knowledge and use of Retail Math.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively across a number of key internal departments/ groups.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- 1-2 years recent relevent experience.
Requirements & EEO Statement
SPARC Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law (“Protected Characteristics”).
