PURPOSE OF THE JOB 

To coordinate all administrative tasks pertaining to the buying process.  This includes creating and maintaining purchase order information; managing deliveries, ensuring stock arrives timeously; and managing the sample process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Administration of the sample process (i.e. monitoring progress, sending reports to suppliers) 

Liaise with suppliers with regard to order process & shipping

Administration of markdown process 

Follow up on deliveries 

Maintaining the sample room 

General administration: handling of queries, capturing orders, filing, etc. 

Releasing of Orders 

Comp Shopping and maintaining comp shop schedule 

Liaising with Marketing Department regarding promotions & sample management