Safavieh is an upscale global home furnishings, rugs & accessories company looking for a proactive, personable, highly motivated and organized Assistant Buyer.                                        

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, responsible and detail-oriented self-starter with a strong passion for continuous learning and professional development, as this position will provide a basic foundation and necessary skill-set for a great career. Our offices are located in Port Washington, NY.

Responsibilities:      

Confirm purchase orders and clarifies unclear items by making comparison to master listVerifies order fulfillment, processing, specifications, receipt of items, and priceAttains recommendations and approval from suppliers for substitute itemsAcquire purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.Scheduling delivery and resolving shipments errors with suppliers.Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.Provides purchasing planning and control information

Qualifications:              

Entry Level - Will train the right candidateAssociates or Bachelor’s degree preferredProficient in Microsoft Excel and OutlookStrong math skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationsAbility to handle information confidentially Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS ExcelProven experience meeting regular deadlinesPossess good organizational skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to multitask and work under deadlines

Compensation:

Dependent upon experienceFull time position Benefits –medical, vision, dental, 401k (with 2% match)Paid Holidays, Vacation Days and Sick TimeCompany shuttle service available to transport commuters to/from the Port Washington LIRR station

Employees can also take advantage of casual dress code, free parking, corporate discounts, fruits everyday and bagels every other morning.