Assistant Buyer
Port Chester, NY (Hybrid)
Zachys Wine International
www.zachys.com

The Job

Zachys is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to support the acquisition of wine and/or spirits across all markets we serve. This role plays a key part in maintaining margin and inventory targets while helping to develop and manage a curated assortment of premium wine and spirits.

The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for wine, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Auction, and Retail teams.

Key Responsibilities

Buying & Category Management
Identify opportunities for new products and producers within assigned categories
Research consumer trends and market demand
Develop and maintain supplier relationships to optimize supply chain performance
Analyze product pricing and positioning
Manage item setup and purchase order creation
Monitor inventory levels, sales performance, and category health
Maintain strong inventory turnover while operating within budget

Vendor Management
Negotiate product costs and payment terms
Monitor and manage lead times and delivery schedules
Source and evaluate new vendors as needed

Purchase Order Management
Create and maintain items and pricing for assigned product lines
Generate, update, and manage purchase orders for all buyers

Sales Support & Education
Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned categories
Partner with Private Client Services and Retail teams
Support internal training and product education initiatives

Marketing Support
Collaborate with Marketing on promotional calendar planning and execution
Contribute insights for email campaigns and marketing initiatives
Manage and organize supplier-provided marketing assets

Qualifications
Education & Knowledge
Strong knowledge of wine (required)
Foreign language skills are a plus

Experience
Minimum 2 years of buying experience in the wine and spirits industry
Experience in high-volume B2C environments (fine wine & spirits preferred)

Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Experience with NetSuite is a plus

Work Hours: Hybrid- 3 Days in Port Chester Office (Tuesday-Thursday)