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Associate Buyer, Women''''s Casual Bottoms & Skirts

Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc.
  • Anaheim, CA
  • $76,000–$85,000 Per Year
20 days ago

Job Description

About the Job:

The Associate Buyer assists with purchasing decisions, perform analysis, and take on more responsibility in the buying process, working closely with the Buyer. The Associate Buyer will take on more responsibilities and can manage a specific product category or part of the buying process.

A day in the life, what you'll be doing:

  • Assist in selecting products, analyzing customer preferences, and reviewing sales data.
  • Give input during the product assortment process, under the guidance of the Buyer.
  • Support the Buyer in maintaining relationships with suppliers, helping to manage product deliveries, and providing order information.
  • Track sales performance of products, analyzing trends and identifying stock gaps.
  • Use data to recommend changes to the inventory or product selection.
  • Help the Buyer manage financial aspects of purchasing, including cost tracking and maintaining margin goals.
  • Assist in placing orders, managing stock levels, and ensuring that the supply chain operates smoothly.

What it takes to Join:

  • 2 - 3 years of experience in retail or buying
  • Strong analytical skills, good understanding of product categories, and the ability to manage relationships with suppliers.
  • Must be proficient in inventory management and sales analysis.

Salary Range: ($76,000 - $85,000)

Pac Perks:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Competitive short-term incentive program
  • Immediate 100% vested 401K contributions and employer match
  • Dog friendly office environment
  • $1,000 referral incentive program
  • Generous associate discount of 30 - 50% off merchandise online and in-stores
  • On-site Cafe
  • On-site Gym with Fitness Classes
  • Ample parking
  • Weekly Car Wash Service and more!

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; as well as reach with hands and arms.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to work in open environment with fluctuating temperatures and standard lighting.
  • Ability to work on computer and mobile phone for multiple hours; with frequent interruptions.
  • Required to travel in elevator or stairwells to attend meetings and engage with associates on multiple floors throughout building.
  • Hotel, Airplane, and Car Travel may be required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. As a National Retailer, occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required during periods of high volume. This role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Other Considerations:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAnaheim, CA
IndustryBusiness Services - Other
Salary$76,000–$85,000 Per Year
Year Founded1980
Websitehttp://www.pacsun.com/

About Company

Back in 1980, Tom Moore opened the doors to a small surf shop in Newport Beach, CA, called Pacific Sunwear. Ever since, Pacific Sunwear has been dedicated to embracing the energy and ambition of our youth, capturing the essence of the ever-evolving California culture, generation after generation.

Today, over 30 years later, we’re still calling Southern California our home, with our offices located in the sun-drenched heart of Orange County. To this day we’ve remained true to the culture that surrounds us while growing ourselves into a multi-dimensional brand with over 640 stores that cater to all aspects of the California lifestyle. Our unique in-store experience is unrivaled in the industry, creating an environment that encourages individual expression by offering the best selection of merchandise from the most recognizable brands in the business, both heritage and emerging.

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Car Washunmatched
  • Cellular Telephoneunmatched
  • Depth Perceptionunmatched
  • Financial Managementunmatched
  • Financial Trend Analysisunmatched
  • Fitnessunmatched
  • Incentive Programsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Mobile Devicesunmatched
  • Online Product Merchandisingunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Product Managementunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Retailunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Sales Analysisunmatched
  • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)unmatched
  • Supply Chainunmatched
  • Trend Analysisunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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