Job Description

The Purchasing Assistant works directly with and for the Buyer and supports him/her in the merchandising of assigned product categories. The Purchasing Assistant enters and monitors product information for reorders daily. This is a Full Time Position Located in Idaho Falls, ID. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Understands and maintains order point calculations within the company replenishment system.
• Enters vendor, item and ordering information into company replenishment system.
• Enters and monitors purchase orders.
• Processes accurate and timely replenishment orders.
• Work with vendors to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Maintains vendor and item data integrity within the operating system.
• Utilize Excel and Horizon systems, importing and exporting vendor and item data to maintain vendor and item files.
• Manage seasonal inventory levels through the proper use and application of seasonal codes at the item and category level.
• Completes customer special orders and communicates to appropriate store(s).
• Employee must be able to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
  

• One year college business courses or relevant office experience.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to ensure timely and accurate execution of responsibilities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Advanced computer skills in Excel and email with an aptitude for learning new programs.
• Efficient team player with a strong work ethic.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent analytical skills, able to create, understand and effect business through spreadsheets.
• Understanding of retail math, price point analysis, inventory turns and margin.

• Two years college courses in business administration or relevant work experience.
• Retail operations or merchandising experience.
• Strong analytical math skills.
• Passion for retail merchandising.
• Proficient in Outlook and PowerPoint.

• Generous Employee Discount on everything from clothing to sporting goods
• Several Health Insurance options for you and your family after 60 days of employment
• Dental and Vision options
• Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with employer match
• Various other Supplemental Insurance Options