Assistant Buyer

Intermountain Farmers Association a regional agricultural cooperative seeks qualified and experienced individuals to fill the position of Assistant Buyer

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and trend-aware Assistant Buyer to support multiple categories including Outdoor Cooking & Living Hardware Heating & Cooling. This role plays a key part in product selection vendor management inventory planning and data analysis to help deliver compelling assortments that drive sales and margin while meeting customer needs.

The ideal candidate is analytical organized and passionate about outdoor living products-from grills and fire pits to hardware and seasonal essentials.

Key Responsibilities

Buying & Merchandising Support

• Assist the Buyer in developing and executing assortments for Outdoor Cooking Outdoor Living and Hardware categories

• Support product selection item setup and lifecycle management in internal systems

• Coordinate samples product reviews and assortment line reviews

Vendor & Product Management

• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing product specs lead times and availability

• Help maintain strong vendor relationships and assist with new vendor onboarding

• Track product changes discontinuations and substitutions

Analytics & Inventory

• Analyze sales data trends and inventory performance to support buying decisions

• Assist with forecasts replenishment and inventory optimization

• Monitor margins costs and promotional performance

Operational Excellence

• Ensure accuracy of item data including cost MSRP dimensions and compliance details

• Support ad promotion and seasonal planning processes

• Partner cross-functionally with Planning Marketing Logistics and Stores/Ecommerce teams

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent

• 1 year of experience in retail merchandising or buying support roles

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn SAP operating system

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment

Preferred

• Experience in outdoor living grills hardware home improvement or seasonal merchandise

• Familiarity with retail buying systems and inventory tools

• Passion or personal interest in outdoor cooking and home projects

BENEFITS: IFA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance vision reimbursement plan generous 401(k) matching life insurance long-term disability vacation time sick time paid holidays employee discounts as well many other incredible benefits.

IFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Experience:

Junior IC