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Macy's

Associate Buyer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$81K - $136K/yr

You will develop and implement strategies by vendor, collaborating with planning to analyze and respond to sales trends. An Associate Buyer is known as a trusted, collaborative, and results-oriented ...

groteindustries

Buyer & Planner

Avon, NY

$52K - $72K/yr

Focus Factory Buyer/Planner Location: Avon, NY Department: Operations / Manufacturing Reports to ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field * 2-5 ...

Macy's

Associate Buyer

Manhattan, NY

$81K - $136K/yr

You will develop and implement strategies by vendor, collaborating with planning to analyze and respond to sales trends. An Associate Buyer is known as a trusted, collaborative, and results-oriented ...

Grote Industries

Buyer & Planner

Avon, NY · On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

Focus Factory Buyer/Planner Location: Avon, NY Department: Operations / Manufacturing Reports to ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field * 2-5 ...

amphenol

Buyer/Planner (Manufacturing)

Endicott, NY · On-site

$54K - $74K/yr

Buyer-Planner (Manufacturing) Buyer/Planner Job Title Buyer/ Planner Department Supply Chain ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred ...

Amphenol

Buyer/Planner (Manufacturing)

Endwell, NY · On-site

$54K - $74K/yr

Buyer-Planner (Manufacturing)Buyer/PlannerJob Title Buyer/ Planner Department Supply Chain Reports ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred ...

NEXCOMHQ

ASSOCIATE BUYER - KIDS

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$52K - $61K/yr

Works closely with Buyer and Planner Distributor to plan and execute sales gross profit and stock ... The Associate Buyer performs the following duties within limits established by the Buyer. * Work is ...

Totalwine

In this role, the Associate Buyer supports the Wine buying team to drive sales volume and achieve ... Bachelor's Degree preferred * 0-2 years of retail buying, planning, allocation, merchandising ...

SupportFinity™

Associate Buyer

West Covina, CA · On-site

$70K - $71K/yr

Overview The Associate Buyer supports procurement efforts for their respective categories focusing ... Partner closely with Planning to manage timelines, monitor delivery flow, and support quality ...

Total-Wine-

Associate Buyer, Wine

North Bethesda, MD · On-site

In this role, the Associate Buyer supports the Wine buying team to drive sales volume and achieve ... retail buying, planning, allocation, merchandising operations, or supply chain experience ...

Palermo Villa, Inc.

Associate Buyer

Milwaukee, WI

ASSOCIATE BUYER Step into a role that keeps production moving! Who you'll work for... While most ... Technology savvy - Specifically within the Oracle Fusion ERP system. * Experience in the food ...

IRT Living

Associate Buyer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

The Associate Buyer will be responsible for the learning process and supporting value-driven ... Work on our ERP solutions (Entrata and Epicor), bidding software (Prokuria), and other platforms to ...

Palermo Villa, Inc.

Associate Buyer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

ASSOCIATE BUYER Step into a role that keeps production moving! Who you'll work for... While most ... Technology savvy - Specifically within the Oracle Fusion ERP system. * Experience in the food ...

Palermo's Pizza

Associate Buyer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

ASSOCIATE BUYER Step into a role that keeps production moving! Who you'll work for... While most ... Technology savvy - Specifically within the Oracle Fusion ERP system. * Experience in the food ...

Nortek

Buyer/ Planner

Nashville, TN · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Job SummaryThe Buyer/Planner is responsible for purchasing materials, components, and services ... Bachelor's Degree preferred in related field, Associates Degree required in related field - supply ...

New

Grote Industries, Inc.

NY · On-site

$52K - $72K/yr

Focus Factory Leader Position Summary The Focus Factory Buyer/Planner is responsible for developing ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field * 2-5 ...

Safran

Buyer/Planner

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$54K - $75K/yr

We're looking for a Buyer/Planner to join our growing team in West Henrietta, NY. Who we are: At ... Associate's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting or a related ...

AMRESCO

Buyer/Planner

Phillipsburg, NJ · On-site

$54K - $74K/yr

The Buyer/Planner reports to the Site Planning Leader with preparing the master production schedule ... Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate buyer planner in the United States is $23.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate buyer planner?

Associate Buyer Planners are entry-level professionals responsible for assisting in the procurement and inventory management processes within a company. They help ensure that materials, products, or components are purchased in the right quantities and at the best possible prices to meet production or sales needs. Their duties often include analyzing inventory levels, placing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and tracking deliveries. Associate Buyer Planners also work closely with other departments to maintain smooth supply chain operations and may assist with forecasting and reporting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate buyer planner?

To thrive as an Associate Buyer Planner, you need strong analytical abilities, knowledge of supply chain principles, and typically a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, inventory management tools, and Microsoft Excel is commonly required. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate effectively and manage competing priorities. These skills are vital to ensure efficient procurement processes, maintain inventory accuracy, and support overall supply chain performance.

What are some common challenges an associate buyer planner may face during inventory management, and how are they typically addressed?

Associate Buyer Planners often encounter challenges such as unexpected supplier delays, fluctuating demand, and balancing inventory levels to avoid overstock or stockouts. These issues are typically managed by closely monitoring supply chain data, maintaining strong communication with suppliers, and using forecasting tools to predict inventory needs. Developing quick problem-solving skills and maintaining flexibility are essential for addressing these challenges effectively and keeping operations running smoothly.

What is the difference between Associate Buyer Planner vs Procurement Coordinator?

AspectAssociate Buyer PlannerProcurement Coordinator
Primary RoleAssists in purchasing and planning inventory to meet demandCoordinates procurement activities and manages supplier relationships
Required SkillsInventory management, data analysis, communicationVendor management, order processing, logistics coordination
Work EnvironmentRetail, manufacturing, or distribution settingsSupply chain, logistics, or procurement departments
Common CertificationsAPICS CPIM, CIPS certifications often preferredSame certifications may be beneficial but less common

The Associate Buyer Planner and Procurement Coordinator roles share similarities in supply chain and procurement functions, often requiring similar certifications and working in related environments. The Associate Buyer Planner focuses more on inventory planning and purchasing, while the Procurement Coordinator emphasizes supplier management and logistics coordination. Both roles are essential in ensuring efficient procurement processes within organizations.

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Associate Buyer

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Macy's
Retail • 10K+ employees
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$81K - $136K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

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6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

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Job description


Be part of an amazing story
Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions...about inspiring stores and irresistible products...about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.
Job Overview
The Associate Buyer will elevate Macy's competitive position by buying merchandise to drive sales and profitability across stores and online for your family of business. You will work closely with existing vendors to curate a distinguished Macy's assortment, as well as seek out new and differentiating vendors to satisfy our customer demand. The Associate, Buyer will focus on achieving sales, gross margin, turn over and pricing execution in your assigned area of the business. You will develop and implement strategies by vendor, collaborating with planning to analyze and respond to sales trends.
An Associate Buyer is known as a trusted, collaborative, and results-oriented leader, serving as a key business partner and change agent with the ability to lead through influence. Demonstrating professional maturity and industry credibility, the ideal candidate must navigate and lead effectively through significant complexity. A crucial aspect is the candidate's comfort and effectiveness in promptly evaluating and phasing out legacy approaches that no longer align with the current strategy. Equally valued is the candidate's reputation for visionary thinking and a strong commitment to swift decision-making.
What You Will Do
  • Make all purchasing decisions independently of Buying Director that satisfies the customer demand to achieves sales, turn and margin plan.
  • Understand competitive marketplace and pursues white space opportunities that align with company strategy.
  • Competitive shop and determine the action necessary to address competitive challenges. Identify any product opportunities and provide suggestions and input in product development to vendors.
  • Support Buying Director to drive in-season business effectively by influencing promotional strategies based on current business needs.
  • Attend Market appointments prepared with strategic assortment plans and an understanding of product to support customer preferences.
  • Set the vision and determine call to action for assortment-building opportunities in partnership with Planning, Pricing and Cross Functional partners.
  • Collaborate with planning partner to develop and execute assortment strategy.
  • Develop pre-season assortment vision that ties to company key priorities and insights from Digital and Planning Director counterparts.
  • Partner with Financial Planning to ensure department-level financial targets support assortment strategy.
  • Decide on in-season changes for the department and vendors based on sales, margin, and turn forecast from Financial Planning.
  • Support the Financial Planning and Buying Director in building seasonal strategy components based on targets.
  • Provide Buying Director with category, class, and item performance analysis to assist in determining in-season item-level changes to make.
  • Maintain an industry presence that allows for connections, new business opportunities, and ideas at Macy's. Represent and support the Macy's brand while maintaining this presence.
  • Communicate with vendors to ensure timely collection of MDAs/markdowns/RTVs and partner with Financial Planning to ensure alignment with in-season VMT input.
  • Rely on data analytics (PE and dynamic pricing) to develop POS and Perm pricing strategy and ensure execution is as intended, hitting financial metrics and driving sales and profitability.
  • Review discount rate and sales performance in promo planner, making adjustments as needed to hit financial sales and margin goals.
  • Execute both POS pricing in promo planner, using dynamic recommends, and work with the associate buyer on permanent markdown execution in UPM.
  • Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
  • In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Skills You Will Need
Financial Business Acumen: Ability to understand and analyze financial aspects to make informed strategic decisions.
Retail Strategy and Tactics: In-depth knowledge of market trends, customer behaviors, and competitive landscapes..
Change Management: Comfort and effectiveness in leading teams through change ensuring successful adaptation.
Visionary Thinking: Ability to be a forward thinking and innovative leader with a vision to drive transformative strategies propelling family of business to new heights.
Communication Skills: Effective communication with candor, valuing open debate to bring the best ideas to life.
Growth Mindset: A growth-oriented mindset, coupled with the ability to coach teams in embracing growth opportunities.
Strategic Planning: Experience in driving strategies and plans supporting a compelling core and curated assortment.
Collaboration and Coordination: Skill in partnering closely with General Business Managers (GBMs) and Digital Directors for coordination and alignment across digital strategy and families of business.
Who You Are
  • Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. 3+ years of direct experience.
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • This role involves performing essential job functions such as communication, collaboration, and use of office and computer systems. Responsibilities include the ability to access and review written and electronic information, and to move within the work environment and interact with workplace materials as needed to carry out job responsibilities.
  • Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You
Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.
Some additional benefits we offer include:
  • Merchandise discounts
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Annual merit review
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
  • Tuition reimbursement

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
About Us
This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.
Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!
This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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Macy's is proudly America's Department Store. There's a reason we've been around for 160 years. Customers come to us for fashion, value and celebration. Macy's is also known for giving back to our communities. The magic of Macy's ultimately comes alive in our stores, and our store colleagues are the ones making it happen. They provide outstanding customer service, create a memorable shopping experience, and drive sales results.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

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