Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer Port Chester, NY Job Details Full-time $68,000 - $72,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Email marketing Assortment planning Sales support Pricing Budget management Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Inventory optimization Wine knowledge B2C Identifying new business opportunities Product positioning Retail buying NetSuite Purchase order management Mid-level Analysis skills Market research Retail category management Client services Vendor relationship management Strategic sourcing Supplier selection Negotiated pricing Training Cross-functional collaboration 2 years Technical Proficiency Cross-functional communication Supply chain collaboration Supply chain process improvement Analytics B2C business model Full Job Description Assistant Buyer Port Chester, NY (Hybrid) Zachys Wine International www.zachys.com The Job Zachys is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to support the acquisition of wine and/or spirits across all markets we serve. This role plays a key part in maintaining margin and inventory targets while helping to develop and manage a curated assortment of premium wine and spirits. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for wine, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Auction, and Retail teams. Key Responsibilities Buying & Category Management Identify opportunities for new products and producers within assigned categories Research consumer trends and market demand Develop and maintain supplier relationships to optimize supply chain performance Analyze product pricing and positioning Manage item setup and purchase order creation Monitor inventory levels, sales performance, and category health Maintain strong inventory turnover while operating within budget Vendor Management Negotiate product costs and payment terms Monitor and manage lead times and delivery schedules Source and evaluate new vendors as needed Purchase Order Management Create and maintain items and pricing for assigned product lines Generate, update, and manage purchase orders for all buyers Sales Support & Education Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned categories Partner with Private Client Services and Retail teams Support internal training and product education initiatives Marketing Support Collaborate with Marketing on promotional calendar planning and execution Contribute insights for email campaigns and marketing initiatives Manage and organize supplier-provided marketing assets Qualifications Education & Knowledge Strong knowledge of wine (required) Foreign language skills are a plus Experience Minimum 2 years of buying experience in the wine and spirits industry Experience in high-volume B2C environments (fine wine & spirits preferred) Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Experience with NetSuite is a plus