Assistant Buyer - PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL INC

SUMMARY

Perry Ellis International is hiring an Assistant Buyer for our Direct-to-Consumer division. This position will be responsible for supporting the buying team in the day-to-day management of the
buying office. It will require cross-functional partnership with merchandising, planning, marketing, and e-commerce and store management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the buying office.
• Recap and analyze selling by style, department, product type, and channel.
• Ensure that all products are set up properly in the system and online, including product uploads.
• Maintain accuracy of all product information, including attributes and prices.
• Create, enter, and manage all purchase orders, transfers, and special projects.
• Track and maintain delivery information.
• Manage samples and work with the studio to ensure all items are photographed for the site.
• Assist in prepping photoshoots and asset requests.
• Create and deliver product knowledge documents.
• Create and disseminate promotion information and pricing information to the stores.
• Maintain operation calendar for the stores.
• Create ad hoc reports.
• Allocate products as needed.

SKILLS:

• Excellent analytical & organizational skills.
• Possess an inclination toward data and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to organize, manage time, and multi-task.
• Self-starter, takes initiative.
• Proficient Excel & Google Applications skills preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Business, Finance, Merchandising, or related fields.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in the fashion or retail industry.