Assistant Buyer

Progressive Leasing

Assistant Buyer managing fashion SKUs, pricing, and marketplace listings for Progressive Leasing, a FinTech lease-to-own provider. Supporting assortment, vendor, promotional, and performance operations across apparel, footwear, and accessories.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Proficient in managing and analyzing fashion SKUs across merchandising systems, with a strong focus on pricing, promotions, and marketplace performance metrics. Demonstrates expertise in fashion merchandising KPIs and a solid foundation in cross-functional collaboration within fast-paced environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Merchandising ExperienceStrong Excel SkillsPIM/ERP Systems ExperienceMarketplace Platform FamiliarityFashion Product Knowledge

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Hard Skills

SKU ManagementData AnalysisPricing StrategyPromotional ExecutionCompetitive Price ChecksTrend AnalysisPerformance Metrics MonitoringContent UpdatesItem Setup CoordinationLifecycle Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailStrong Follow-ThroughAccountabilityCuriosityAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

OracleAmazon Seller CentralWalmart Marketplace

Industry Keywords

Fashion MerchandisingApparelFootwearAccessoriesRetailECommerceSKU Lifecycle ManagementSeasonal Merchandise CalendarsVendor CoordinationCross-Functional Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage, maintain, and update fashion SKUs across merchandising systems, ensuring accuracy of cost, attributes, sourcing, and lifecycle status
Support trend-driven assortment changes across apparel, footwear, and accessories categories
Monitor SKU readiness for pricing, promotions, and site merchandising launches
Track in-season sell-through and flag early markdown or reorder candidates based on performance data
Manage fashion product listings across third-party marketplace channels such as Amazon and Walmart Marketplace
Coordinate item setup, attribute enrichment, and content updates for marketplace-listed fashion SKUs
Monitor marketplace performance metrics and surface anomalies or opportunities
Assist with marketplace promotional setups, pricing parity checks, and vendor funding alignment
Execute approved pricing updates and markdown cadences
Perform competitive price checks and basic price validation
Support promotional execution and post-event data readiness
Liaise with fashion vendors regarding item setup, content needs, size/fit specifications, and follow-ups
Coordinate with Fulfillment, Accounting/AP, Customer Care, Marketing, and Site Merchandising to resolve issues
Prepare and maintain reports on SKU performance, pricing changes, promotions, assortment health, and marketplace metrics
Build proficiency in fashion merchandising KPIs including sell-through rate, revenue per SKU, margin contribution, weeks of supply, and return rate
Track and summarize fashion trend data and competitive insights for Buyer strategy conversations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Fashion Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field, or equivalent relevant work experience
1–3 years of experience in merchandising, buying, planning, or a related analytical role
Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data
Experience working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
High attention to detail with strong follow-through and accountability
Experience with PIM/ERP systems; Oracle preferred
Exposure to marketplace platforms such as Amazon Seller Central and Walmart Marketplace
Familiarity with fashion product attributes, sizing standards, and seasonal merchandise calendars
Exposure to pricing, promotions, or SKU lifecycle management in a fashion or apparel context
Retail or eCommerce merchandising experience, preferably in apparel, footwear, or accessories
Demonstrated interest in progressing into a Buyer role within a fashion merchandising environment
Curiosity, adaptability, and openness to learning AI-enabled tools and evolving workflows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Career development opportunities
Employee Purchase Program