The posting
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: Sep 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
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: Sep 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
