Assistant Buyer

We are seeking a highly skilled Assistant Buyer to join our Buying Department. As an Assistant Buyer, you will be responsible for providing support to our Merchants in all aspects of product category management, including category reviews, promotional planning, retailer communication, and inventory management.

• Assist in category review process, including data analysis and vendor meeting preparation.
• Support promotional planning, including vendor marketing assessments and promotional item submission.
• Communicate with retailers via ACENET and Merch CARE.
• Assist in convention planning, including vendor selection and show material preparation.
• Support inventory management, including vendor service issue resolution and inventory planning.
• Lead SKU onboarding and SAP price changes.
• Assist in special projects, as assigned by the Director of Merchandising.

• 2+ years of business experience, with retail experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel 15%.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledge of PCM, SAP, and guided Ad-hoc reporting tools.

Ace Hardware Corporation offers a competitive salary range of $73,000 - $91,000 per year, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, and life insurance benefits. Additionally, we offer 21 days of vacation immediately available and up to 6 paid holidays, depending on the month of hire.