Assistant Buyer - Hospitality Apparel

Job Ref:

ASSIS002620

Location:

Corporate Office, 101 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Category:

Merchandise Buyer

Employment Type:

Full Time

Overview

• Manage new item setup, product attributes, and pricing updates in AX, ensuring accurate and timely product launches.
• Create and maintain Purchase Orders, including updates, adjustments, and production follow-ups to support inventory flow.
• Coordinate with vendors on outsourced purchasing, including communication, costing validation, timelines, and shipment tracking.
• Support production administration by maintaining key planning and allocation files and communicating updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor inventory and backorder reporting, providing ETAs and substitution recommendations to Client Services and Sales.
• Run selling and performance reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Review website product content and images to ensure accuracy and alignment with inventory availability.
• Assist with product layouts and proofing across website, email, and catalog channels.
• Support seasonal campaigns through competitive research, SEO reporting, and digital performance tracking.

• Experience in retail, merchandising, or buying (store, corporate, or internship level).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook, including working with data, reporting, and large data sets.
• Close attention to detail with the ability to manage administrative and execution-focused tasks accurately.
• Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities independently while adapting to changing priorities and processes.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with vendors and internal partners. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, professional approach.
• Confidence-building partnerships and influencing outcomes with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with merchandising or retail systems (e.g., AX, PLM, Workfront). Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program – self-care and support for life’s everyday challenges
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
• Short & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
• Accident, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness Insurance – Protect your Income
• Auto Insurance
• Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off – Life Balance
• Volunteer Time Off – Make an Impact
• Employee Discount Program
• Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
• Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
• Regular Social Activities and Events – Mandatory Fun
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We are a Drug-Free Workplace.