What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Buyer position at TENET?
About TENET
TENET is a lifestyle retailer founded in 2010 by Jesse Warren with storefronts in Southampton and East Hampton, New York as well as a growing e-commerce business that launched in 2020. We carry a curated collection of emerging and well-established fashion labels, along with a selection of fine jewelry and beauty items. Every item available at TENET has been thoroughly considered.
The Assistant Buyer will provide operational and buying support for the men’s and women's RTW & Non-Apparel categories, helping to grow and maintain relationships with key vendors and drive business goals. We are looking for someone with a knowledge of fashion and trends, time-management and organization skills, analytical skills and strong computer skills.
Responsibilities :
Enter, manage and organize all Purchase Orders
Provide operational support including stock transfers and reconciling inventory discrepancies
Generate weekly and seasonal selling reports
Ability to identify slow sellers (propose swaps) and best sellers (propose reorders)
Manage special order process
Track and maintain deliveries under supervision of the Buyer
Build market appointment calendar and attend select appointments with the Buyer
Assist the Buyer in identifying key trends and finding new lines
Support with the e-commerce and uploading new products
Maintain vendor relationships by responding quickly and accurately to questions
Basic Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years of relevant work experience
Proficient in Excel
Preferred Qualifications :
A work ethic based on a strong desire to exceed expectations
Attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
General proficiency in Google Suite
Experience in the beauty category is a plus