Assistant Buyer, Kids Fashion

This position translates information and decisions from the Senior Buyer and/or Buyer to ensure the smooth operation of the buying office. This position also partners with planning, online merchandising, and marketing teams to drive sales. This role manages the flow of information into and out of the buying office. system choosing appropriate product attributes; supports Domestic and Exclusive Brand; suggests retail of closeout orders • Localizes assortment by DST store group, using appropriate sales trend information • Provides competitive intelligence, trend observations and style analysis to Buyer • Partners with vendor or Buyer on shifts, reorders, or cancels • Reviews PO Tracking Report to ensure shipments are timely and ensures arrival aligns with marketing timing; identifies ship issues and makes recommendations to resolve • Works cross functionally with Planning team to align on distribution strategy, executes both preseason and in season strategy, and ensures key item deliveries are appropriate and timely • Prepares reports and documents for the Buyer and attends vendor appointments • Processes closeout orders including competitive analysis, suggested cost and retail, and OTB management • Recommends pricing for incoming orders, executes according to Buyer direction • Manages the outdate process and make recommendations based on business trends • Maintains PA Sample document; collaborates with Marketing team on submissions and contacts vendors for sample requests • Participates in and documents information in monthly and/or quarterly product hind sights • Works with Buyer and Associate Buyer to understand the creation of the annual and seasonal financial plans • Works cross functionally with Planning team to align on distribution strategy, executes both preseason and in season strategy, and ensures key item deliveries are appropriate and timely • At the discretion of the buyer will “own” a subclass within a category. Anticipates risks, creates contingency plans.