Merchandise Assistant Buyer II

Job Ref:

MERCH002656

Location:

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

Category:

Merchandise Buyer

Employment Type:

Full Time

Overview

You’ll work cross-functionally with Merchandising, Planning, and Store teams to support product flow, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the business is set up to meet customer demand.

• Manage end-to-end purchase order creation, tracking, and maintenance to ensure accurate and timely product flow
• Own inventory levels and in-stock performance for core styles, proactively identifying stock risks, shortages, and overages
• Analyze inventory data and partner with Planning and Merchandising to support demand forecasting and replenishment strategies

• Lead weekly communication to stores on product priorities, inventory updates, and merchandising direction
• Manage communication for product launches, promotions, and special orders across retail and B2B channels
• Ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and actionable to support execution in stores, field teams, and customer-facing channels

• Support retail operations and B2B order management, including special orders and direct-to-customer fulfillment
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, order processing, and fulfillment speed
• Develop and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) to reduce errors, improve workflows, and support scalable growth

• Partner with Merchandising, Planning, and Store Operations to align on assortment gaps and inventory needs
• Coordinate with internal teams and vendors to ensure on-time delivery, order accuracy, and product availability

• Monitor and report on B2B sales performance, special order trends, and inventory metrics
• Identify missed demand, order delays, and process bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to improve conversion, fulfillment speed, and customer satisfaction
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across inventory management

• Experience in retail buying, merchandising, inventory management, demand planning, or supply chain operations (store, corporate, or internship level)
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, reporting, large data sets) and Outlook
• Close attention to detail with the ability to manage purchase orders, inventory data, and operational tasks accurately
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced retail or corporate environment
• Experience working cross-functionally with vendors, supply chain teams, merchandising, or store operations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, professional approach
• Confidence-building partnerships and influencing outcomes with internal and external stakeholders
• Familiarity with retail and merchandising systems such as Microsoft Dynamics AX (D365), PLM, Workfront, ERP systems, or inventory management tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, 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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