Assistant Buyer
Assistant Buyer
Port Chester, NY (Hybrid)
Zachys Wine International
www.zachys.com
The Job
Zachys is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to support the acquisition of wine and/or spirits across all markets we serve. This role plays a key part in maintaining margin and inventory targets while helping to develop and manage a curated assortment of premium wine and spirits. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for wine, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Auction, and Retail teams.
Key Responsibilities
Buying & Category Management
• Identify opportunities for new products and producers within assigned categories
• Research consumer trends and market demand
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to optimize supply chain performance
• Analyze product pricing and positioning
• Manage item setup and purchase order creation
• Monitor inventory levels, sales performance, and category health
• Maintain strong inventory turnover while operating within budget
Vendor Management
• Negotiate product costs and payment terms
• Monitor and manage lead times and delivery schedules
• Source and evaluate new vendors as needed
Purchase Order Management
• Create and maintain items and pricing for assigned product lines
• Generate, update, and manage purchase orders for all buyers
Sales Support & Education
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned categories
• Partner with Private Client Services and Retail teams
• Support internal training and product education initiatives
Marketing Support
• Collaborate with Marketing on promotional calendar planning and execution
• Contribute insights for email campaigns and marketing initiatives
• Manage and organize supplier-provided marketing assets
Qualifications
Education & Knowledge
• Strong knowledge of wine (required)
• Foreign language skills are a plus
Experience
• Minimum 2 years of buying experience in the wine and spirits industry
• Experience in high-volume B2C environments (fine wine & spirits preferred)
Technical Skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with NetSuite is a plus