Assistant Buyer - LivestockResponsible to: Buying ManagerDepartment: BuyingLocation: Vancouver HQ or Toronto Salary: 50-60KThis role is for someone with a passion for streetwear, sneaker culture, footwear designs and contemporary fashion. This position has broad responsibilities and would be best suited to someone who enjoys being entrepreneurial and part of a small team. Key Duties/Responsibilities:Item creation at the beginning of the season, and item management thereafter.PO creation and management, often liaising with brands to ensure on time delivery.Work with shipping providers to investigate delays.Liaise with stores and DC to manage PO issues.Monitors and manage product releases for on time delivery and communicates this to the buyer and the marketing team.Assist the Buyer in managing the buying process from product selection to delivery.Prepare and analyze sales and performance reports to inform future buys.Works closely with the buyer to ensure on time delivery of the seasonal buy and communicates promptly when there is a delay.Track deliveries, order confirmations, and ensure product info is accurate across systems.Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:2-3 years in retail or ecommerce store sales.Exceptional communication skills: oral, visual, written.Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.Experience using excel, including pivot tables.Must be a team player and look to work collaboratively.Must be passionate about products and have a strong knowledge of streetwear.
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Assistant Buyer