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Associate Buyer, Tools - Williams Sonoma

Associate Buyer, Tools - Williams Sonoma

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.San Francisco, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About the Team

You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trend. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing.

About the Role

The Associate Buyer will develop business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to maximize the development of the brand, sales and profits for the department. You will be responsible for coordinating information across functions working closely with Design, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Production, Packaging and Visual to ensure the process is followed and timelines met. You will have the opportunity to participate in design meetings while identifying opportunities and recommend new product or concepts for the department.

Responsibilities

Develop business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to maximize the development of the brand, sales and profits for the department

Own final assortment plans (line lists), product details, target retails, estimated IMU, importance to overall assortment (big bets) and floor plan location for developing purchase projections and buy plans.

Identify emerging trends and develop business strategies outlining strengths, weaknesses, new opportunities and threats. Obtain feedback from stores to improve product and add to collections

Participate in the development of the annual and seasonal financial plans

Provide SKU information to Merchandising Operations for input

Responsible for coordinating information across functions working closely with Design, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Production, Packaging and Visual to ensure the process is followed and timelines met

Present product vision and category performance to members of our leadership team

Correspond with functional areas. Resolves, handles, and escalates difficult issues to Director / Buyer, Call Center and Stores

Criteria

BA / BS degree required

3+ years in corporate merchandising

Advanced retail math skills

Strong presentation skills

Strong leadership skills

Ability to work autonomously, strong decision-making skills with good judgement

Strong written and verbal communication to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams

Ability to work in a fast pace, often changing environment

Advanced MS Excel skills; required to create pivot tables, advanced formulas, and functions such as VLOOKUPS

This role requires being onsite in the (provide office location) office Monday through Thursday and Friday as optional in the office

Occasional travel may be required within the bay area for photo shoots and floor sets.

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available :

Benefits

A generous discount on all WSI brands

A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits

Tax-free commuter benefits

A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities

Resources for self-development

Advisor (Mentor) program

Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $75,000-$80,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

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