What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Buyer Home Decor position at Pow Wow Products?
Assistant Buyer/Sourcing
Location: Miami, FL (In-Person)
Applicants must be based in Miami area.
Job Type: Full-Time
About POW WOW PRODUCTS
POW WOW PRODUCTS is a market-leading wholesale distributor supplying major retail organizations across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Our customers range from big-box retailers to high-end specialty stores. We specialize in home accents, wall décor, and textiles, delivering trend-driven products at competitive prices.
We are an established, innovative, full-service product sourcing and design company with a growing international footprint and a global network of trusted suppliers. From concept to delivery, we go the extra mile to ensure our customers receive the highest-quality products—on time and at the best possible value.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to support our buying/production team. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This role works closely with overseas factories and plays a key role in managing the full production lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Senior Buyer with continuous follow-ups on all overseas production
- Manage the entire production cycle, from top-of-lot through final shipment
- Communicate closely with overseas factories throughout production
- Identify and resolve production issues to ensure all products meet company quality control standards
- Ensure factories meet production timelines with strong attention to detail and organization
- Support Product development stage
- Maintain accurate records and tracking of all samples
- Communicate effectively with overseas factories via email and WeChat, including reminders and follow-ups
- Ensure timely and professional email correspondence
- Set up showroom
- Sourcing new products and factories overseas
Skills & Attributes
- Enthusiastic, hardworking, and self-motivated
- Creative and passionate about fashion
- Strong sense of ownership and independent initiative
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
- Results-driven with a strong sense of urgency *
- Collaborative team player with a professional demeanor and positive attitude
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, Canva
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
- Knowledge of the product development process is a plus
- Strong understanding of trends and market-driven products
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience/ Business Administration, Fashion Merchandising is a PLUS
- 3 years in the industry or similar
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Requirements added by the job poster
• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 years of Wholesale Import and Export experience
• 3 years of experience in Administrative