Assistant Buyer

Job description

JOB TITLE : Assistant Buyer ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE : Reports to Buyer FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt, Full-Time: DEPARTMENT : Buying - 724: LOCATION : In-office at the Lynnwood Home Office EFFECTIVE DATE: Jan 2026: POSITION SUMMARY : The assistant buyer is a critical position to the operation of the buying department. Responsible for assisting in buying process, proactive reporting and primary communication with the store team. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Assist in accurate sku and PO creation process for buying team - Track deliveries and ensure timely, accurate allocation - Prepare daily, weekly, monthly sales reporting - Sample coordination for the team - Assist buyer in store to store transfers and preparing markdowns (store impact) - Main point of contact for product inquiries from stores - Manage small categories/vendors with oversight QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: - Understanding and application of “retail math” and business analysis - Strong time management and organizational skills - Maintains an awareness and understanding of the Zumiez customer, market and indust...