Assistant Buyer - Hospitality Apparel
Uniform Advantage, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Assistant Buyer - Hospitality Apparel
Job Category: Merchandising/Buying
Full-Time
Hybrid
101 NE 3rd Ave Suite 2000 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
Description
About UA/Uniform Advantage Brands: For over 40 years, UA Brands has been synonymous with fashion-forward specialty apparel for the medical and culinary professions. We are proud to support our valued customers - true heroes giving back with every shift. Our culture includes a long history of philanthropy and community support. Our strong values and unique culture are built on collaborating not merely as coworkers, but as family and friends. From the beginning, we provide candidates with an authentic look into how UA Brands embraces their skills and perspectives, all in ways that continue to set us apart.
About the Role: We're looking for a detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to support our Hospitality Apparel (Chef Wear) division. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who wants hands-on experience in retail buying, inventory planning, product setup, and vendor coordination.
What You'll Do:
Merchandising & Product Setup:
Manage new item setup, product attributes, and pricing in Microsoft Dynamics AX (ERP)
Ensure accurate product data for eCommerce, catalog, and retail channels
Support product launches, including go-live readiness, SKU setup, and item tracking
Buying & Inventory Coordination:
Create, update, and maintain purchase orders (POs) to support inventory flow and demand
Track production timelines, shipments, and deliveries to ensure on-time availability
Monitor inventory levels, backorders, and stock availability, providing ETAs and substitution options
Vendor & Supply Chain Management:
Communicate with vendors and suppliers on costing, timelines, and order status
Support outsourced purchasing and production coordination
Partner with internal teams on allocation planning and inventory optimization
Reporting & Data Analysis:
Run and analyze sales, inventory, and performance reports using Excel
Identify trends, risks (e.g., stockouts), and opportunities for improved assortment planning
Support demand planning and inventory forecasting efforts
eCommerce & Digital Merchandising:
Ensure website product accuracy, including descriptions, images, and availability
Assist with product merchandising across website, email, and catalog layouts
Support SEO reporting, competitive analysis, and digital campaign tracking
What You'll Bring:
Experience or internship in retail buying, merchandising, inventory planning, or supply chain
Strong Excel skills (data analysis, reporting, working with large datasets)
Close attention to detail with strong organizational and execution skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail or e-commerce environment
Strong communication skills with experience collaborating across vendors, sales, and internal teams
Familiarity with ERP or merchandising systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics AX, PLM, Workfront, SAP, or similar)
Interest in retail analytics, product lifecycle management, and inventory optimization
Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.
Where You'll Work:
Hybrid The Best of Both Worlds: Have the flexibility to work on-site/in the business and remotely during the week. You'll spend a few days a week in our office for collaboration/in-person engagement and have the flexibility to work from home on other days. While on-site, join other team members in the spacious Quad for lunch or enjoy our ongoing wellness activities. Employees are expected to be online and available during their team's core business hours. The company computer is provided for business use.
Plenty of Benefits Too: UA Brands offers a full range of benefits, allowing you the opportunity to customize a benefits package that addresses both your health and financial needs.
Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
Dental and Vision Coverage
Life/AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program self-care and support for life's everyday challenges
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
Short & Long Term Disability Company Paid
Accident, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness Insurance Protect your Income
Auto Insurance
Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off Life Balance
Volunteer Time Off Make an Impact
Employee Discount Program
Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
Regular Social Activities and Events Mandatory Fun
See more of the benefits we offer
UA is an Equal-Opportunity Employer: As an employee of any UA Brands division, you will be part of an established and dynamic organization. We believe that success starts from within, and we are seeking individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages and supports self-management. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at UA Brands will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. UA Brands does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. UA Brands will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so will result in undue hardship.
We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Category: Merchandising/Buying
Full-Time
Hybrid
101 NE 3rd Ave Suite 2000 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
Description
About UA/Uniform Advantage Brands: For over 40 years, UA Brands has been synonymous with fashion-forward specialty apparel for the medical and culinary professions. We are proud to support our valued customers - true heroes giving back with every shift. Our culture includes a long history of philanthropy and community support. Our strong values and unique culture are built on collaborating not merely as coworkers, but as family and friends. From the beginning, we provide candidates with an authentic look into how UA Brands embraces their skills and perspectives, all in ways that continue to set us apart.
About the Role: We're looking for a detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to support our Hospitality Apparel (Chef Wear) division. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who wants hands-on experience in retail buying, inventory planning, product setup, and vendor coordination.
What You'll Do:
Merchandising & Product Setup:
Manage new item setup, product attributes, and pricing in Microsoft Dynamics AX (ERP)
Ensure accurate product data for eCommerce, catalog, and retail channels
Support product launches, including go-live readiness, SKU setup, and item tracking
Buying & Inventory Coordination:
Create, update, and maintain purchase orders (POs) to support inventory flow and demand
Track production timelines, shipments, and deliveries to ensure on-time availability
Monitor inventory levels, backorders, and stock availability, providing ETAs and substitution options
Vendor & Supply Chain Management:
Communicate with vendors and suppliers on costing, timelines, and order status
Support outsourced purchasing and production coordination
Partner with internal teams on allocation planning and inventory optimization
Reporting & Data Analysis:
Run and analyze sales, inventory, and performance reports using Excel
Identify trends, risks (e.g., stockouts), and opportunities for improved assortment planning
Support demand planning and inventory forecasting efforts
eCommerce & Digital Merchandising:
Ensure website product accuracy, including descriptions, images, and availability
Assist with product merchandising across website, email, and catalog layouts
Support SEO reporting, competitive analysis, and digital campaign tracking
What You'll Bring:
Experience or internship in retail buying, merchandising, inventory planning, or supply chain
Strong Excel skills (data analysis, reporting, working with large datasets)
Close attention to detail with strong organizational and execution skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail or e-commerce environment
Strong communication skills with experience collaborating across vendors, sales, and internal teams
Familiarity with ERP or merchandising systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics AX, PLM, Workfront, SAP, or similar)
Interest in retail analytics, product lifecycle management, and inventory optimization
Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.
Where You'll Work:
Hybrid The Best of Both Worlds: Have the flexibility to work on-site/in the business and remotely during the week. You'll spend a few days a week in our office for collaboration/in-person engagement and have the flexibility to work from home on other days. While on-site, join other team members in the spacious Quad for lunch or enjoy our ongoing wellness activities. Employees are expected to be online and available during their team's core business hours. The company computer is provided for business use.
Plenty of Benefits Too: UA Brands offers a full range of benefits, allowing you the opportunity to customize a benefits package that addresses both your health and financial needs.
Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
Dental and Vision Coverage
Life/AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program self-care and support for life's everyday challenges
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
Short & Long Term Disability Company Paid
Accident, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness Insurance Protect your Income
Auto Insurance
Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off Life Balance
Volunteer Time Off Make an Impact
Employee Discount Program
Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
Regular Social Activities and Events Mandatory Fun
See more of the benefits we offer
UA is an Equal-Opportunity Employer: As an employee of any UA Brands division, you will be part of an established and dynamic organization. We believe that success starts from within, and we are seeking individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages and supports self-management. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at UA Brands will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. UA Brands does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. UA Brands will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so will result in undue hardship.
We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.