Assistant Buyer

Potpourri Group Inc. (PGI) was founded in 1963 with a single consumer catalog. Over the years, we have expanded through both internal innovation and strategic acquisitions, evolving into one of Americas most successful multi-brand direct-to-consumer merchants. Today, we proudly serve millions of customers annually.At PGI, we seek individuals with unique talents, skills, and, most importantly, passion. Our team members are enthusiastic professionals who love what they do, arriving each day ready to dive in and contribute. They take initiative, take pride in their work, and are trusted to work independently while embracing teamwork. Collaboration is at our core - employees readily share ideas, offer support, and contribute to a positive, dynamic workplace.PGI fosters a collaborative, team-oriented culture driven by an entrepreneurial spirit. We encourage creativity, innovation, and out-of-the-box thinking. Great ideas come to life not only in formal meetings but also through brainstorming sessions, casual conversations, and spontaneous discussions. While the workload is demanding, deadlines are tight, and critical projects are always in motion, our team pulls together to make things happen - because we care. At PGI, colleagues become more than co-workers; they become part of a community. For us, this is more than just a job - its a passion, a purpose, and a career.We're looking for an Assistant Buyer for our Favorites catalog brand, which features unique and personalized gifts for the holidays and seasonal celebrations In this role, the person will be responsible for supporting the Buyer(s) in the selection and procurement of merchandise. Assists in obtaining, verifying, and correcting all pertinent merchandise information in preparation for data entry. Communicate with vendors, monitoring and resolving sample, order, and shipment issues. Assist with preparation of analysis for planning purposes, in the building of catalog pages, and at turnover and wall review meetings. Work under the Buyers supervision on a category in preparation for buying responsibility.Responsibilities:Travel to local shows, establish and/or maintain relationships with vendors, and identify appropriate products to further review. Interact with vendors to monitor deliveries and samples, and resolving any shipping issues. Also monitor merchandise shipments with Inventory management and resolve any QC issues.Responsible for ongoing communication with vendors to source new products, and also to obtain/clarify necessary product information for merchandise data sheets. Responsible for writing up and compiling correct information on catalog items to coordinate with catalog production staff.Responsible for ongoing procedure review, communication and updates to catalog production and catalog website personnel. Oversee the work of the Merchandising Assistant to ensure appropriate workload, that all deadlines are appropriately communicated and met, and provide support as needed.Assist in the development of assortment plans and analysis for planning purposes, in the building of catalog pages, and at turnover and wall review meetings.Participate in the selection of merchandise, product development, and planning of catalog pages.Requirements:Associates degree in fashion merchandising, marketing, or related field, and one to two years merchandising experience. Excellent organization, and follow-up skills.Must be assertive, energetic and results-driven. Must have excellent communication skills and will need to be able to effectively negotiate with vendors.Ability to work independently, prioritize work, and ensure that all deadlines are met.Good technical/computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and internet searches and research.Must have flexibility to assist the Buyer with any and all administrative tasks as well as step in to help Catalog Production with any and all administrative tasks as needed.Benefits/PerksFull benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k with Company MatchPaid Vacation Time, Sick Time, and Holiday PayCompany-paid Life Insurance and Disability InsuranceEmployee Discounts, Hays Perks Program, Employee Assistance Program and Good RXPlease contact Susan Horrigan, Senior Corporate Recruiter at , or you may apply directly through our corporate website: www.PotpourriGroup.com.Potpourri Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer