We're a team of product developers, sales professionals, and logistical geniuses who tackle each day with vigor and wide-eyed excitement. Every day, our team creates products that bring success to those who sell them, and joy to those who buy them. Using our expertise in merchandising, we introduce turn-key products and programs to a wide network of retailers. We envision, fulfill, and distribute all under one roof, conveniently located just off of I-294/I-290 and Route 83 in Elmhurst, IL.
DM is known industry-wide for its unmatched product variety, offering over 200 original brands and well over 3,000 different items. At DM, retailers have access to uniquely curated brands of active and lounge wear, novelty apparel, fashion accessories, protective essentials, impulse items, travel gear, readers and sunglasses, tech accessories, kitchenware, jewelry, and more.
If you are an organizational guru with a creative eye and a positive attitude, this role is for you. As an Assistant Buyer, you will work directly with the Senior Buyer to develop new products across multiple categories and brands while working alongside the creative team to bring physical product, packaging and merchandising to life. You will also assist in organizing samples, tracking the progress of existing projects and placing initial purchase orders. Most importantly, you will need to adhere to market timelines and work with the Senior Buyer to stay ahead of the product development life cycle.
Position Responsibilities:
Assist Senior Product Developer/Buyer with development, production, and ordering new items
Communicate with vendors to follow up on cost negotiations, materials and product details
Create initial purchase orders for new products
Keep all product information updated across all digital platforms
Organize samples, quotes and vendor communications for each project
Create and update new product presentations for meetings
Other duties as required
Preferred Skills:
Minimum 2years product buying and/or product development experience
Ability to communicatewith overseas vendors
Ability to multi-task with shifting priorities
Work well in a collaborative environment
An appreciation for fashion and design
Strategic thinker with a positive attitude
Highly proficient in MS Office products (Excel and PowerPoint skills preferred)
Must be well organized with the ability to keep multiple projects on track simultaneously