Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer

Location: Emeryville, CA

Compensation: $25 to $30 per hour DOE

Schedule: Hybrid (Onsite Monday-Thursday, Remote Friday)

Duration: 3-6 Month Contract with potential extension up to 11 months or conversion

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to support the buying team by managing purchase orders, vendor communications, logistics coordination, and data accuracy. This role plays a key part in ensuring products are ordered correctly, supplier invoices are processed on time, and internal stakeholders receive exceptional support.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative, purchasing, retail, or supply chain experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working cross-functionally with vendors, stores, distribution centers, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently.

• Research and verify product pricing, retail values, and item details.

• Maintain accurate product descriptions and pricing information.

• Monitor supplier invoices and ensure timely processing.

• Communicate effectively with vendors, buyers, stores, and distribution centers.

• Set up suppliers, items, and system modules with a high degree of accuracy.

• Respond promptly to store inquiries and resolve issues.

• Process price changes, corrective billings, and inventory alerts.

• Support print and digital advertising processes, including product image proofing, ad file accuracy, purchase order tracking, and distribution updates.

• Track inbound logistics and ensure timely product delivery.

• Assist with special projects and additional administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• 1-2 years of experience in retail, sales, purchasing, merchandising, or a related field.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work independently while contributing to a team.

• Strong problem-solving and customer service skills.

Ideal Candidate

• Enjoys working with data and managing detailed information.

• Has strong follow-through and ownership of tasks.

• Can adapt quickly when priorities shift.

• Builds positive relationships with internal and external partners.

• Thrives in a collaborative and fast-moving environment.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Search managed by: Joyce Reyes

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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