Assistant Buyer Nf3

Supports the Buyer in managing assigned merchandise categories to achieve sales gross margin inventory turnover and other financial objectives. Assists with product and vendor selection pricing promotions inventory management purchase orders markdowns and merchandise execution.

Analyzes sales inventory and merchandise performance to identify trends opportunities and areas requiring action. Supports monthly open-to-buy management and maintains appropriate inventory levels for assigned lines of business.

Develops and maintains vendor relationships coordinates product reviews and assists with negotiations involving pricing terms delivery promotional support freight markdown allowances advertising training and other vendor support.

Supports merchandise selection and inventory planning for promotions and advertising. Coordinates product information samples promotional documentation and merchandise allocation to ensure advertised merchandise is available in stores in appropriate quantities and on time.

Maintains replenishment assortments and develops knowledge of merchandise systems replenishment allocation and distribution to support inventory productivity and store execution.

Communicates merchandise direction promotions pricing product information and execution requirements to MCX stores through other approved communication channels.

Assists the Buyer in evaluating category and store performance identifying merchandising opportunities and recommending actions to improve sales margin inventory productivity and operational execution.

Coordinates with Planning Allocation Store Operations Logistics Marketing EDI IT Retail Support Group and other MCCS partners to ensure effective execution of merchandising initiatives.

Assists with planning and execution of markdowns and ensures price changes are accurate timely and effectively communicated to stores.

Under the direction of the Buyer may assume buying responsibility for assigned merchandise classifications.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Take action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards and any injury occupational illness and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.

Performs other duties as assigned. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required.

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EVALUATIONS:

Two (2) years of experience in retail buying inventory management merchandise planning or a related field that demonstrates the knowledge and skills required for the position. Relevant education may substitute for experience where appropriate.

Ability to become familiar and comply with DoW Department of the Navy and Marine Corps directives policies and regulations covering retail operations. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages of Excel and Power Point.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.