Buyer’s Assistant - Special Order Coordinator

OVERVIEW

Since 1980, Sun & Ski Sports has been inspiring adventure. We are a specialty outdoor retailer inspiring you to let adventure into your life confidently through exceptional customer service, first-hand expertise, and competitively priced brands ready to perform for any journey - to be where you live and play. Our trademark experience has placed us at the top of specialty outdoor retailers in America. Sun & Ski Sports has grown to include over 30 stores in 12 states across the country, as well as online at sunandski.com, yet still manages to provide that small store feel with big store competitive pricing. We specialize in equipment, apparel, footwear, and accessories to enhance our customer's active lifestyles and year-round activities including ski, snowboard, bike, run, swim and more.

SUMMARY

Our Buying department is currently searching for a Buyer's Assistant to assist with Special Orders. This is an amazing entry level opportunity for a dynamic candidate who has the ability and passion to advance within the Buying Department. This position is M-F 8:00a to 5:00p role, with an optional work from home day approved by the Hardgoods Divisional Merchandise Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

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  Coordinate smooth operation between 32 store and vendors for all Special Orders for non-stock items.
• Prepare special orders for the Buyers.
• Manages all communication between vendors, to stores associate on all orders placed.
• Submit, manage and track purchase orders. Order tracking and follow up.
• Purchase order entry and maintenance of SKU information, including UPC codes, product costs, retail price and product sign requests.
• Establish and maintain official documents and records in appropriate files.
• Work directly with Store Managers and Sales Associates, supporting 32 store locations, concerning inventory needs.
• Markdowns & Sales.
• Produces reports, forms, correspondence and other materials as directed by supervisor.
• Additional responsibilities may arise based on business demands.

REQUIREMENTS

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  Associate degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills and proven ability to create and maintain complex analysis reports in spreadsheets.
• Island Pacific software experience a PLUS.
• Must have organizational and time management skills, with ability to multi task.
• Analytical and problem solving skills, as well as, attention to detail a must.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with Vendors, Buyers, Store Teams and Upper Management.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Passion for activities such as ski/snowboard, cycling, water sports, surf/swim, skate/skateboard and outdoor a PLUS.

Compensation

$16 - $18

Wage will be based on experience and interview process.