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Spencer Gifts

Assistant Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing ... Work alongside Buyer to assist with visual merchandising in setting monthly floor sets and ...

Spencer's

Assistant Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing ... Assistant Buyer supports the Buyer, Associate Buyer, and Senior Assistant Buyer in achieving ...

Spencer's

Assistant Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing ... Assistant Buyer supports the Buyer, Associate Buyer, and Senior Assistant Buyer in achieving ...

Spencer Gifts

Assistant Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing ... Works alongside Buyer to assist with visual merchandising in setting monthly floor sets and ...

Spencer's

Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing ... Assistant Buyers, and Assistant Buyers within in their department. Responsible for building ...

Spencer Gifts

Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing ... Assistant Buyers, and Assistant Buyers within in their department. * Responsible for building ...

Spencer's

Associate Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing ... They assist in curating assortments, ensuring timely deliveries, and analyzing sales performance.

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How much do assistant costume buyer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant costume buyer in the United States is $23.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Costume Buyer vs Costume Buyer?

AspectAssistant Costume BuyerCostume Buyer
ResponsibilitiesSupports the costume buying process, assists in selecting and purchasing costumes, manages inventoryLeads costume selection, negotiates with vendors, makes final purchasing decisions
Experience & CredentialsEntry to mid-level, knowledge of costume trends, some retail or theatrical experienceMore experience required, strong industry knowledge, often with a background in costume design or buying
Work EnvironmentTheatrical productions, film, TV, costume storesTheatrical productions, film, TV, costume stores

The Assistant Costume Buyer supports the costume buying team by assisting with inventory and vendor communication, while the Costume Buyer takes the lead in making purchasing decisions and negotiating deals. The assistant role is ideal for those gaining industry experience, whereas the costume buyer position requires more expertise and decision-making authority.

How to become an assistant costume buyer?

To become an assistant costume buyer, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience in retail, fashion, or costume design. Strong organizational skills, knowledge of costume trends, and familiarity with inventory management software are important, and some roles may require a bachelor's degree in fashion, merchandising, or a related field.

What does an assistant costume buyer do?

An assistant costume buyer supports the costume purchasing process by researching trends, selecting and ordering costumes and accessories, and coordinating with vendors. They often work closely with the lead buyer and may assist with inventory management, budgeting, and ensuring timely delivery for productions or events.

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Assistant Buyer

Egg Harbor Township, NJ • On-site

Spencer Gifts
Retail • 10K+ employees

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 204 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 104 rated fashion retailers

People enjoy working here

Recommended by students

Respectful managers

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$50K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Overview
We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: "Life's a Party, We're Makin' It Fun!" and "So Much Fun It's Scary!"
At Spencer's and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.
One Team / One Goal
We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  • Flexible work environment
  • Career advancement
  • Competitive base salary
  • Bonus opportunity
  • Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
  • 401k with a company match
  • 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities
The Assistant Buyer supports the Buyer, Associate Buyer, and Senior Assistant Buyer in achieving overall department strategies. They are responsible for helping to exceed department sales goals and profitability by working with internal and external partners to help create impactful assortments, coordinate deliveries, and analyze weekly selling. They will partner with other internal departments such as planning, social media, marketing, store operations, product development and visual merchandising to execute overall strategies.
  • Responsible for developing a working knowledge of the merchandising function including merchandise selection, negotiating, pricing, planning, and marketing merchandise
  • Analyze weekly sales and item performance with the buyer/planner
  • Assist in preparing merchandise and reports for weekly team meetings
  • Create, submit, and track purchase order worksheets
  • Assist Buyer in sample approval processes, organization, and maintenance
  • Work alongside Buyer to develop professional relationships with external suppliers and internal partners via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings
  • Work alongside Buyer to assist with visual merchandising in setting monthly floor sets and planograms
  • Assist with store operations with communication on product issues, concerns, and questions from the stores
  • Occasional market travel with Buyer: visiting store locations, vendors, attending trade shows, etc.
  • Extensive trend research and competitive shopping to help identify new product and opportunities

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and/up to 6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite to include Excel, Outlook, Word, and Powerpoint
  • Exceptional organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Creative aptitude
  • Strong collaboration skills to partner with cross-functional teams

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Pay Range
$50,000 - $60,000

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