Purchasing Assistant

Monitor inventory trends and availability across 800 SKUs and seven brands, then place and revise purchase orders with vendors. Assist with containerization by location, manage customs clearance and import documentation, and separate POs by distribution center to ensure accurate allocation. Develop ad hoc reports on performance, stock positions, and trends by category, vendor, or collection level. Prepare slides and reports for cross-functional, executive, and vendor meetings, while reviewing vendor invoices and controlling inventory feeds to maintain balanced warehouse throughput. This role offers mentorship and coaching within a team passionate about people development, utilizing analytics to drive data-driven decisions for maximizing sales and profitability.