Zumiez

Merch Team Assistant


Pay$17.00 / hour
LocationLynnwood/Washington
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 12394

      Description

      JOB TITLE : Merch Team Assistant

      ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE : Reports to Buyer

      FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt, Full-Time

      DEPARTMENT : Buying - 724

      LOCATION : In-office at the Lynnwood Home Office

      EFFECTIVE DATE: July 2025

      POSITION SUMMARY : The Merch Team Assistant is a critical position supporting the operation of the buying department. Responsible for assisting in merch team processes.

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

      • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
      • Enter skus and PO's for the Buyer
      • Track deliveries and ensure timely orders
      • Allocate product per the buyer's direction
      • Prepare daily, weekly, monthly sales reporting
      • Sample coordination for the team
      • Assist buyer in store to store transfers and preparing markdowns

      QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

      • Understanding and application of "retail math" and business analysis
      • Strong time management and organizational skills
      • 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
      • Proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Office and internal buying systems
      • High attention to detail
      • 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 year of retail experience
      • Enrolled in or recently completed AA or 4 year degree program in Business or related field

      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 : $17/Hr
      • 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

      Qualifications

      JOB TITLE : Merch Team Assistant

      ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE : Reports to Buyer

      FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt, Full-Time

      DEPARTMENT : Buying - 724

      LOCATION : In-office at the Lynnwood Home Office

      EFFECTIVE DATE: July 2025

      POSITION SUMMARY : The Merch Team Assistant is a critical position supporting the operation of the buying department. Responsible for assisting in merch team processes.

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

      • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
      • Enter skus and PO’s for the Buyer
      • Track deliveries and ensure timely orders
      • Allocate product per the buyer’s direction
      • Prepare daily, weekly, monthly sales reporting
      • Sample coordination for the team
      • Assist buyer in store to store transfers and preparing markdowns

      QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

      • Understanding and application of “retail math” and business analysis
      • Strong time management and organizational skills
      • 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
      • Proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Office and internal buying systems
      • High attention to detail
      • 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 year of retail experience
      • Enrolled in or recently completed AA or 4 year degree program in Business or related field

      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 : $17/Hr
      • 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
  • About the company

      Zumiez Inc. is an American multinational specialty clothing store founded by Tom Campion and Gary Haakenson in 1978, and publicly traded since 2005.

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