Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer Port Chester, NY (Hybrid) Zachys Wine International The Job Zachys is seeking a motivated and detail-orientedAssistant Buyerto 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 Sales 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 Working Hours : 3 days in our Port Chester Office (Tuesday-Thursday)