Senior Assistant Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Under the direction of the Buyer, the Senior Assistant Buyer is responsible for supporting the department assigned in replenishments, POs, filing and other daily tasks. This role requires a high degree of detail, analytical skill, and productivity. The position must possess a driven, quality-focused mentality and be passionate about merchandise. This role must be determined to deliver results through continuous improvement of their abilities and improvement of the department. The ability to work across multiple departments and alignment with Cavender’s brand is required. This role has a strong focus on the customer experience, professionalism, and partnership internal and external to Cavender’s.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Cavender’s Culture and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
• Act as a senior support to junior Merchandising Assistants or Assistant Buyers
• Work directly with one or more Buyers to achieve the KPIs and organizational objectives of the company
• Act as a strategic and independent thinker, creating opportunities for success with the merchandising team
• Interact with Vendors and act as a liaison between the Buyers and Vendor Partners
• Begin taking stretch assignments and acting as the backup for Junior or Associate Buyers
• Data entry and purchasing system maintenance

PO Entry and maintenance – Jesta Merchandising database

Logs – Tracking of information regarding PO cancellations and extensions

Vendor contact via email and phone

Qualifications and Requirements

Preferred Skills

Cavender’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Cavender’s will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361 – 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender’s store.