Assistant Buyer

JOB TITLE: Assistant Buyer

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE: Reports to Buyer

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

DEPARTMENT: Buying - 724

LOCATION: In-office at the Lynnwood Home Office

EFFECTIVE DATE: Jan 2026

POSITION SUMMARY: The assistant buyer is a critical position to the operation of the buying department.  Responsible for assisting in buying process, proactive reporting and primary communication with the store team. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Assist in accurate sku and PO creation process for buying team
• Track deliveries and ensure timely, accurate allocation
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly sales reporting
• Sample coordination for the team
• Assist buyer in store to store transfers and preparing markdowns (store impact)
• Main point of contact for product inquiries from stores
• Manage small categories/vendors with oversight

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Understanding and application of “retail math” and business analysis
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Maintains an awareness and understanding of the Zumiez customer, market and industry trends
• Ability and willingness to work hard in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to think critically and solve problems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to express creativity and innovative ideas
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Office and internal buying systems
• High attention to detail
• Travel to domestic markets and national events required
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a documented need for an accommodation certified by a medical professional or a properly documented need for a religious accommodation

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION:

• 1-3 years of retail experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or combination of equivalent education and work experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to sit at a workstation in an office environment for extended periods of time and work on a PC without limitations.
• Ability to move about, sit, bend, and squat in an office environment to access files and gather information
• Occasional travel to Zumiez production locations, stores, and events.

BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: $24.03 - $25 hourly.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, following an initial wait period.
• 401k after meeting qualifications
• Bonus Eligible
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Stock Purchase Program
• Open, casual, pet-friendly office environment
• Employee Discount on Zumiez product
• On-site skate park, on-site cafeteria