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About the Role

The Purchasing Assistant Manager supports the Purchasing Manager in executing product acquisition, procurement, inventory control, and merchandising strategies. This position also leads daily operations of the New Goods Warehouse, ensuring safe and efficient workflows, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supervising warehouse staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships for merchandise procurement.
• Attend tradeshows and industry events to source vendors and stay current with market trends.
• Supervise daily operations of the New Goods Warehouse, including receiving, inventory control, and order fulfillment.
• Ensure accurate documentation and procedures are followed from product receipt through distribution.
• Oversee product labeling, UPC accuracy, and system entry prior to store shipment.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager to align warehouse inventory with retail order demands.
• Assist with development and implementation of merchandising strategies, SOPs, and retail store rollouts.
• Coordinate shipment schedules with the logistics team to fulfill retail store needs.
• Track and confirm store order fulfillments, ensuring accurate and timely inventory data.
• Lead and train New Goods staff, maintaining productivity within budget and policy.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness, and professionalism throughout the warehouse.
• Foster strong communication with internal departments to improve process flow.
• Ensure accurate documentation and clear communication across Retail and Finance departments.
• Evaluate feedback and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with inventory, accounting, and operational policies.
• Attend scheduled meetings and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement or buying preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in retail, merchandising, logistics, inventory, or fulfillment operations.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective communicator in verbal and written English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, adaptability, and team leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive teams.
• Ability to work with all levels of staff.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequently required to walk, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear.
• Ability to cope with and tolerate moderate levels of stress.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a telephone and keyboard.
• Frequently exposed to airborne particles.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Inventory software experience preferred
• Problem-solving
• Adaptability
• Team leadership
• Multi-tasking
• Prioritization
• Communication (verbal and written)

Location

• Texas

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2 years of procurement or buying experience preferred
• 2 years of supervisory experience

Education Level

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in business, finance, or account preferred

About the Company

• Goodwill Central Texas is an equal opportunity employer.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Equal Opportunity

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.