SUMMARYThe Buyer Coordinator will provide support to Buyers and a merchant team in the buying process. The Buyer Coordinator will be involved in the day-to-day administration for a busy buying office. This position will perform entry-level purchasing functions and assist other purchasing personnel in the efficient procurement of goods and services. They maintain accuracy in article creation, purchase orders, sales confirmations and act as a vendor liaison for the Buyer. The Buyer Coordinator will liaise with suppliers on a daily basis and be responsible for updating critical paths and reporting delivery amendments to the buying team. They are responsible for understanding all deadlines and reporting any discrepancies to the Buyer. They must maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism. Additionally, they are responsible for organizing/cataloging articles in sample room, as well as various clerical tasks associated with the specific shops to which they are assigned.
JOB DUTIES- Maintain an organized system for all article samples via the specified process, based on product in the sample room. Maintain a current record of all samples, while organizing them for easy access in the sample room.
- Support Buyers, Associate Buyers and Assistant Buyers through the following duties:
- At Buyer's direction, or while out of the office, responds to emails and faxes. Attend Category Management Team (CMT) or Marketing turn-in or proof meetings when requested by the Assistant Buyer or Buyer. Work on special projects with the Buyer and Assistant Buyer.
- Serve as mediator to vendor when purchase orders and sales confirmations do not match. Work with vendor to maintain positive relationship while serving Jo-Ann Stores' best business interest. Create, update and maintain all vendor files.
- Responsible for the timely research and resolution of any issues from Stores, Marketing, Advertising, Accounts payable, DC issues, Logistics, and Product Development.
- Create articles in SAP via data entry. All article information entered should match information provided on purchase orders, quote and detail sheets, and sales confirmations provided by vendors.
- Inform Data Integrity department and work with them to update or correct any article information that is found to be incorrect in SAP.
- Maintain an organized system for all purchase orders and sales confirmations, which can be easily managed as well as understood by team.
- Work with other Buyer Coordinators to maintain continuity and organization across the Category Management Team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Education Minimum: Bachelor's Degree preferably in Merchandising, Fashion Merchandising, business or related fieldExperience Minimum: 0-2 years' experience in Merchandising or related experience.Experience Preferred: 0-2 years' experience in a Merchandising internship, JOANN Store experience, or other retail experiences.
WORKING CONDITIONS- This role requires in-person attendance 4 days a week at the Store Support Center (SSC) located in Hudson, OH. Flexibility to work remotely when requested is determined by management and business needs.
- Sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods while maintaining focus and productivity.
- Move around an office space and between buildings on a large campus, including reaching for files, retail product, supplies, or equipment, as well as the ability to adapt to various workstation setups.
- Work standard business hours and extended hours as needed based on task and project demands.
- Utilization of all communication styles - written, verbal, electronic options.
- Lift and carry office supplies, documents, retail product or equipment weighing up to 40 pounds as needed for tasks such as organizing or setting up workstations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES- Active listener and an expert in communication
- Focused on internal and external customers.
- Strong and dynamic problem-solving skills.
- Organized and the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
- Exceptional time management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Focused on teamwork and collaboration.
This position will be located at:5555 Darrow Road Hudson, OH 44236Eligibility for benefits and incentives is dependent upon employment status. JOANN offers the following benefits and incentives to eligible Team Members:
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefit plans
- Company-paid basic, Optional, and Dependent life insurance
- Long-term disability and Company-paid Short-term disability
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Member Discount
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