Retail Buying Assistant, Cornell Retail Services

Cornell Retail Services

Ithaca, New York, US
Hourly: $26.00 - $30.05; not specified; not specif...
Fully remote
Retail inventory management systems
Point-of-sale (pos) software
Microsoft excel proficiency
The Retail Buying Assistant will support the procurement of general merchandise for The Cornell Store, branch store locations, and the e-commerce website

Job Summary

  • The Retail Buying Assistant will support the procurement of general merchandise for The Cornell Store, branch store locations, and the e-commerce website.
  • This position includes selecting products, negotiating terms, developing pricing strategies, and achieving established financial objectives to increase revenue.
  • A successful Retail Buying Assistant will multitask and work effectively with both customers and clients, and gather, analyze, and effectively utilize internal and external data to make appropriate ordering and pricing decisions.

Matching Summary

The Retail Buying Assistant will support the procurement of general merchandise for The Cornell Store, branch store locations, and the e-commerce website.

Salary

Hourly: $26.00 - $30.05; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Retail inventory management systems
  • Point-of-Sale (POS) software
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • Customer service focus
  • Data analysis for ordering decisions

Nice-to-have

  • Develop process improvements
  • Inclusive working relationships
  • Collaborate with functional departments
  • Evaluate sales performance
  • Identify merchandise trends

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree with 2 years related experience
  • Equivalent education and experience
  • Experience with retail inventory management
  • Experience with ordering systems
  • Experience with POS software
  • Ability to lift 10-20 pounds occasionally
  • Willingness to travel
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Work Rights

Not specified

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