Buyer Assistant - Hometown Grocers, Inc.

Under the direction of the Center Store Director, the Buyer Assistant will support and work closely with vendor partners, and the Support Pricing team to ensure accurate sale pricing reaches store level for our guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for data entry, maintenance and accuracy of the ad planner and supporting paperwork
• Implements sale pricing for all products within assigned department(s)
• Initiates DSD form through DSD Macro
• Coordinates product billbacks with vendor partners for department cost recovery
• Processes billing from vendors for ad placement and movement
• Prepares and processes new items fees to our vendors
• Develops high level movement reports upon request
• Verifies margins per guideline established by the Center Store Director/Price Strategy Manager
• Prepares and manages seasonal/assortment items for importing
• Supports store associates by answering ad or merchandising inquires
• Provides administrative support and data entry for Pricing team
• Authorizes payment, returned merchandise, credits and invoice error fees
• Partners with the Pricing team to discuss and execute pricing decisions based on parameters set forth by the Center Store Director/Price Strategy Manager
• Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 2 years retail experience
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Office
• Retail knowledge pertaining to ordering, shelf maintenance and pricing
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn SMS functions and procedures
• Exceptional attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to multitask and quickly react to changing responsibilities/needs
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

• Requires fine finger and broad manual dexterity
• The position requires the employee to lift up to 5 pounds on an occasional basis
• Sitting or standing at a desk/computer 75% of the time

 WORK SCHEDULE

The Buyer Assistant is an hourly, full-time position.