Buying Coordinator, Third Pary

Position Overview
The Buying Coordinator will help execute seasonal strategies of the Buying Team and understand inventory investments to effectively achieve department and company goals. They will do this by supporting the Buying Team on day-to-day administrative and operational tasks. This includes responsibility for PO creation, product creation, data entry, market preparation and maintenance of visual representation of seasonal collections. The Buying Coordinator will work closely with the Buying Team, cross functionally with other departments and work alongside the Sample Coordinator to support the Buying Team. 

Core Responsibilities

Buying 

• Manage order entry and product creation into the ERP system, with a focus on deadlines and accuracy
• Responsible for daily updates, revisions, and maintenance pertaining to all purchase orders and products, manage and own process
• Update report (Buys By Category) with stock month/stock week/cancellations/shifts through daily vendor shipment updates as well as post Receiving Recap & Planning meetings
• Assist the team on day to day activities and learn “on the job” by contributing to reporting, analytics, presentations and meeting preparation
• Prepare seasonal recaps of product performance by brand and category prior to strategy and market periods
• Assist in market note entry process during buying seasons, promptly and accurately
• Occasional market appointment attendance and support
• Take current roles and responsibilities and work to make processes more streamlined by being proactive, taking initiative and being a strong problem solver to improve overall team efficiency and performance

Bulk Procurement 

• Work to improve all processes leading up to shipment receipt date
• Enter and manage UPC entry in a timely manner previous to receipt dates
• Assist in communication & handoff of information to Logistics Associate
• Troubleshoot as needed to resolve outstanding issues related to Order Entry with the Buying Team and support with bulk procurement tasks as needed.
• Learn sample coordination process alongside Sample Coordinator for as needed support

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 years of related experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Passion for the Tuckernuck brand 
• Proficient in Excel and ability to learn new software platforms quickly
• Interest in data analytics to drive decisions
• Energy, kindness, sincerity, and adaptability
• Outstanding communication skills with a team player attitude 
• Incredible organization skills and stellar problem-solving skills with attention to detail  
• Proactive nature. See something’s not working? Do some brainstorming and help fix it
• A love for writing and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to learn every single day
• Positive attitude driven by an entrepreneurial spirit

Compensation 

Compensation for the role will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience. The estimated annual compensation for this role is $58,000-$62,500; classified as full-time exempt and not eligible for overtime. At Tuckernuck, we care about our team and offer benefits that support your health, growth, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with a company match, generous paid time off and holiday, paid new parent leave, day care coverage, a generous employee discount, and other great perks. 

Tuckernuck Core Values
The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the Tuckernuck team to make a difference.

• Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
• Find the Fun
• Stay Authentic
• Respect
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Start Strong & Finish Strong
• Have Courage

Tuckernuck is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Tuckernuck policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.