Job Description

Job Title

Assistant buyer

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Reports To

Buyer

Schedule

Full-time

Work Location:

In-office at Lynnwood Home Office

Hourly range

$22.83-$24.21

Effective Date

July 2026

Department

Buying

Position Purpose

The assistant buyer is a critical position to the operation of the buying department. Responsible for assisting in buying process, proactive reporting and primary communication with the store team.

Essential Functions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Assist in accurate sku and PO creation process for buying team
• Track deliveries and ensure timely, accurate allocation
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly sales reporting
• Sample coordination for the team
• Assist buyer in store to store transfers and preparing markdowns (store impact)
• Main point of contact for product inquiries from stores
• Manage small categories/vendors with oversight

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Understanding and application of “retail math” and business analysis
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Maintains an awareness and understanding of the Zumiez customer, market and industry trends
• 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
• Demonstrated ability to express creativity and innovative ideas
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Office and internal buying systems
• High attention to detail
• Travel to domestic markets and national events required
• 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 Education and Experience:

• 1 to 3 years retail experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or combination of equivalent education and work experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• 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

This Full-Time role is Benefit Eligible and offers the following:

• Base Salary Range: $24.03 - $24.21 hourly
• Bonus eligible
• Health, vision, and dental insurance following an initial wait period
• Basic life insurance and supplemental voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan after meeting plan requirements
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid parental leave
• Vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Zumiez merchandise discount

Qualifications

Job Title

Assistant buyer

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Reports To

Buyer

Schedule

Full-time

Work Location:

In-office at Lynnwood Home Office

Hourly range

$22.83-$24.21

Effective Date

July 2026

Department

Buying

Position Purpose

The assistant buyer is a critical position to the operation of the buying department. Responsible for assisting in buying process, proactive reporting and primary communication with the store team.

Essential Functions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Assist in accurate sku and PO creation process for buying team
• Track deliveries and ensure timely, accurate allocation
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly sales reporting
• Sample coordination for the team
• Assist buyer in store to store transfers and preparing markdowns (store impact)
• Main point of contact for product inquiries from stores
• Manage small categories/vendors with oversight

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Understanding and application of “retail math” and business analysis
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Maintains an awareness and understanding of the Zumiez customer, market and industry trends
• 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
• Demonstrated ability to express creativity and innovative ideas
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Office and internal buying systems
• High attention to detail
• Travel to domestic markets and national events required
• 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 Education and Experience:

• 1 to 3 years retail experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or combination of equivalent education and work experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• 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

This Full-Time role is Benefit Eligible and offers the following:

• Base Salary Range: $24.03 - $24.21 hourly
• Bonus eligible
• Health, vision, and dental insurance following an initial wait period
• Basic life insurance and supplemental voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan after meeting plan requirements
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid parental leave
• Vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Zumiez merchandise discount