The Assistant Buyer supports purchasing and inventory decisions for assigned product categories across our retail stores, website, and roadshows. Working under the direction of a Buyer or Purchasing Manager, this role assists with sales analysis, purchase orders, product data, vendor communication, and new product research. The ideal candidate has hands-on horse experience, understands the western lifestyle, enjoys working with numbers, and is eager to learn the buying process.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and tracking inventory levels for assigned product categories
• Create, update, and monitor purchase orders
• Communicate with vendors and help maintain strong vendor relationships
• Analyze sales and inventory data to identify trends and opportunities
• Maintain web products, item information, and product data accuracy
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and product setup
• Support sales forecasting and inventory planning
• Research new products, brands, and western industry trends

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Hands-on horse experience and a genuine interest in the western lifestyle and equine industry
• Working knowledge of common western tack and horse equipment; experience in any western discipline is welcome
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and sorting/filtering
• Comfortable learning from sales and inventory data and using it to support decisions
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time-management skills
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment
• Quick learner who adapts well to new computer systems and processes
• Positive, gritty, team-oriented attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Retail, merchandising, purchasing, inventory, or related experience is a plus

Education and Experience:

College Degree OR Purchasing Agent:

1 year

Procurement:

1 year

Physical Requirements:

• This is primarily an office-based position requiring prolonged periods sitting at a computer
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Status:

Non-exempt Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Microsoft Excel:

1 year (Preferred)

Purchasing:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person