Buying & Operations Assistant

A growing luxury retail organization is seeking a Buying & Operations Assistant to support seasonal buying, inventory management, vendor communication, and day-to-day operational processes. This role is well-suited for an early-career professional who is looking to deepen their experience in luxury buying and retail operations within a fast-paced environment.

Buying Support

• Assist in preparation for seasonal market appointments and vendor meetings
• Maintain and update seasonal buy sheets and assortment plans
• Enter and track purchase orders, allocations, and delivery schedules
• Monitor incoming shipments and support reconciliation of orders

Inventory & Reporting

• Generate and maintain weekly sales and inventory reports
• Support sell-through analysis and re-order recommendations
• Assist with inventory counts and stock organization
• Ensure accurate product data entry in Shopify or similar POS/e-commerce system

Vendor & Brand Communication

• Coordinate with brand partners on order confirmations, shipping updates, and invoice follow-ups
• Maintain organized digital records of vendor agreements and seasonal buys

E-Commerce & Store Operations

• Support product uploads, merchandising updates, and inventory syncing across channels
• Help ensure alignment between in-store and online assortments
• Assist in maintaining backend operational workflows and documentation

• 1–2 years of experience in luxury retail, merchandising, buying, or operations
• Strong interest in contemporary and luxury designer brands
• Proficiency in Shopify or similar POS/e-commerce systems preferred
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills a plus
• Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, small-team, entrepreneurial environment