1. Assistant Buyer Sarah Worrall

2. Duties Make sure delivery of merchandise is on time Manage markdown process Complete business recaps Assist pre-market analysis Monitor what's selling Analyze and recommend ad advertizing Assist the buyer in whatever they need done

3. Education Diploma in fashion merchandising Bachelors degree in business management specializing in sales and marketing Retailing experience

4. Abilities Be able to multitask Communication and negotiation skills Administrative skills Analytical skills Research skills

5. Personal Qualities Pay attention to detail Team player Work in a fast paced environment Enthusiastic about fashion awareness Motivated

6. Salary Average $32,000-$46,000

7. Location All over the world Urban and rural areas Department stores Wherever a buyer is working

8. Availability Assistant buyer careers are becoming more competitive because of downsizing purchasing departments Buying careers will always be around