Assistant Buyer

The Assistant Buyer ultimately supports the Buyer/Divisional Merchandise Manager in achieving all aspects of assigned category financial targets. They are responsible for providing analytical, operational, and clerical support as well as working with cross-functional partners to execute all category strategies efficiently and accurately.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting the Buyer/Divisional Merchandise Manager with all buying related tasks including but not limited to:
• SKU creation/ maintenance
• PIM management
• Store Allocation/ transfers
• Maintaining individual category inboxes
• Catalog editing and proofing
• Sales reporting as needed
• Assist in preparation for new store openings, which may include supplying tags, selling tools, overnight travel to the store, etc.
• Manage all photoshoot supporting documents for marketing: Google Docs (visual and excel), transfers, ETA dates
• Help initiate the Product Launch process for the assigned category: Store product request forms, Store launch document, transfer management, newness tracking files, etc.
• Partner with Omni Channel Assistant Buyers to ensure the product is merchandised in relation to trend (sales, inventory, newness, clearance, etc.)
• Clear knowledge of target customer and competitive market
• Other duties may be determined by management to perform the necessary functions of the position, on an as-needed basis.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising, Design, Business, Marketing, or related field required.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Outlook).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work closely as a team member.
• Previous buying and sales/management experience is a plus

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.