Assistant Buyer, Zappos Merchandising

Summary: Zappos Family of Companies is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join their buying team. This role involves partnering with buyers on category management, executing buying plans, monitoring inventory levels, and maintaining vendor relationships to enhance customer experience. Responsibilities: - Partner with Buyers on category management and strategic initiatives - Execute buying plans and maintain product assortments - Monitor inventory levels and recommend reorder quantities - Track and analyze sales performance metrics - Maintain vendor relationships and assist in negotiations - Create and maintain purchase orders - Support markdown optimization and promotional strategies - Assist in seasonal line reviews and buying meetings - Ensure accurate product setup and data integrity - Collaborate with Planning, Marketing, and Operations teams Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree - 1-3 years of retail/merchandising experience Preferred Qualifications: - Strong analytical and quantitative skills - Proficiency in Excel and merchandising systems - Excellent organizational and time management abilities - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Experience with retail math and metrics - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Required Skills: Retail/Merchandising Experience, Analytical Skills, Excel Proficiency Important Skills: Retail Math Experience, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills Nice-to-Have Skills: Time Management, Fast-Paced Environment Adaptability Benefits: Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Parental leave