Assistant Buyer

DUTIES

Overall responsibility of the designated departmental sales, gross margin and turnover objectives for the CGX retail organization. Manages all aspects of the business for all retail stores and web by creating effective assortments, influencing product creation as appropriate, maximizing business by style by store, managing product presentation and ultimately driving top line sales and profitability.

Works under the general supervision of the Buyer or Associate Buyer. Operates independently within the framework of CSC / CGX policies, procedures, and regulations. Exercises independent judgement and approach in routine and non‑routine situations. Consults with supervisors on such issues as policy matters, deviations from normal procedures or unusual situations. Maintains professionalism and courteous behavior at all times, works as a team player, and provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Performance is evaluated on operational performance, skills evaluations, customer service, collaboration and teamwork, leadership and established individual performance objectives.

Attends trade shows and market as appropriate; conduct store visits as appropriate to evaluate merchandise presentation, customer demographics, stock assortments and inventory levels.

Works closely with Regional Managers and store management to address and maximize business opportunities.

Maintains collaborative partnerships with vendors, internal and external colleagues.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education. Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated.

Minimum:

• 1. High school diploma or GED.
• 2. Two years’ general experience in merchandising and/or one year buying experience in a multi‑store operation and one‑year general experience in merchandising. Degree may substitute for general experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• 3. Demonstrated leadership experience.
• 4. Experience in Microsoft Office with basic Excel experience.
• 5. This is a white‑collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required.

Preferred (in addition to the minimum):

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university with emphasis in retail, business administration, or related field. Experience may be substituted for degree on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Retail buying experience in a multi‑store operation as a Buyer, Associate / Assistant Buyer, pricing specialist or merchandiser.
• 3. Experience with business analysis.
• 4. Advanced Excel skills.
• 5. 1+ Merchandise Information System experience in a multi‑store environment.
• 6. Experience in Merchandise Planning System in a multi‑store environment.

By choosing to work for the Coast Guard Community Services Command, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere. Benefit offerings are subject to applicable worker categories (Full‑time, Part‑time, Intermittent), location, position, and length of time in service.

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Flexible / Dependent Spending Account
• Pension Plan
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term / Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave

• Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer as the standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.
• Males born after 12 / 31 / 59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute.
• Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all pre‑employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and any other requirements…