Assistant Buyer

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As an Assistant Buyer at Rio Grande, you will play a critical role in supporting the Supply Chain team through data management, special order sourcing, item setup, and project participation. This position serves as a key link between Buyers, Merchants, Vendors, Sales, and internal business partners to ensure accurate product information, efficient special-order processing, and timely execution of supply chain initiatives.

The Assistant Buyer helps drive operational excellence by maintaining system accuracy, supporting customer special orders, and providing essential administrative and project support that allows the Supply Chain team to focus on strategic growth opportunities.

• Enter, maintain, and update item, vendor, and product information within SAP and other business systems.
• Ensure data integrity through accurate and timely system updates.
• Support data entry and system maintenance activities related to supply chain projects and initiatives.
• Source customer-requested special-order products by identifying suppliers and obtaining cost, availability, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and lead times.
• Analyze supplier quotes and develop customer pricing using established pricing structures and guidelines.
• Communicate product availability, lead times, and pricing information to Sales teams.
• Coordinate with Merchants when pricing falls outside standard guidelines.

• Create and maintain new item records and outlet items in SAP.
• Input product specifications and attributes into Enter Works templates.
• Review and validate items prior to going live on company websites and sales platforms.
• Administrative & Project Support
• Support Buyers and Merchants by completing assigned operational and project-related tasks.
• Gather, organize, and maintain information needed to support supply chain initiatives.
• Respond promptly to internal requests and prioritize work to meet service level expectations.
• Assist with cross-functional projects that improve operational efficiency and business performance.

• Develop, update, and maintain supply chain process documentation.
• Provide feedback to Merchants regarding customer-requested products and special-order trends. Move this to Special Order Sourcing and Pricing section.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, buying support, supply chain, administrative support, customer service, or related field.
• Experience working with data entry, product information management, or business systems.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret vendor quotations and pricing information.
• Understanding factors that influence product costs, such as supplier cost, and precious metal markets.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Exposure to purchasing , product sourcing, inventory management, or merchandising environments.
• Experience supporting cross-functional projects.
• Primarily an office-based work environment.
• Regular use of computers, business systems, and communication tools.
• Frequent interaction with internal stakeholders, vendors, and sales teams.
• Monday through Friday
• Between the Hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Ability to perform standard office duties, including frequent computer use and data entry.
• Ability to communicate effectively through email, phone, and virtual collaboration tools.

Rio Grande is a Metal Free environment within our operations areas.

At Rio Grande, our employees are the heart of our more than 80-year legacy in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our culture is guided by our 3R principles:
Respect, Responsibility, and Results. We believe in a bias to action mindset that turns ideas into outcomes and in empowering employees to take initiative, grow through continuous learning, and making meaningful impacts every day. Recognized as a 2025 Platinum Award Family Friendly Business, we promote a work-life balance, clear expectations, and a…