Assistant Buyer, Women's Knit Tops

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Job Description:

  • serve as a critical part in operating a business; develop and execute merchandising strategies to maximize departmental opportunities and reach financial and client goals
  • drive seasonal line plans across all brands/partners
  • work collaboratively with the Buying team to ensure cohesiveness of total product assortment
  • support the buying process by conducting research on product availability, pricing, and vendor relationships
  • build and maintain strong partnerships with cross-functional team members and vendors
  • work closely with cross-functional teams such as Planning, Styling, and Marketing
  • monitor and analyze inventory levels, sales data, and demand forecasts
  • stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activities, and client preferences
  • conduct regular market research and competitive analysis
  • assist in analyzing sales data and client feedback on an ongoing basis
  • partner with Planning counterparts to actively and responsibly manage open to buy budget
  • own strategic management of the vendor matrix
  • collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products
  • assist in negotiating terms, contracts, and pricing with suppliers
  • participate in meetings, contribute to team discussions, and provide input on product assortment and promotions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in a women’s buying or merchandising role
  • experience assisting in all aspects of the product lifecycle, from initial concept and product development to vendor negotiations
  • knowledge of retail math and business metrics
  • knowledgeable about market trends, and have an understanding of client preferences
  • analytical and enjoy using client feedback to drive assortment decisions
  • keen eye for product and experience spotting and reacting to trends across the market
  • comfortable taking calculated risks to achieve results
  • thrive in an environment where you are empowered to make data-driven, bold decisions
  • detail oriented, organized and possess effective time management skills
  • proficient in Google Workplace Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
  • developed strong negotiation skills
  • strong oral and written communication skills
  • ability to travel up to 25-30% of the time

Benefits:

  • medical, dental, vision, and other benefits
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