Assistant Buyer
About the Team
You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trends. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing.
About the Role
You will assist in daily / seasonal tasks to help drive the business. As the Assistant Buyer, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity, supporting the Buyer on seasonal needs, and working closely with multiple cross-functional teams. In this role you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced retail environment while working with a highly collaborative team.
Responsibilities
- Work within Merchandise systems to set up and maintain all SKUs
- Responsible for visual line and merchandise list
- Communicate project and sample status updates, costing / SKU worksheets; responsible for passing new SKUs for placement once approved and tracking to PO due dates
- Responsible for assisting sample management communicating and partnering with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positions
- Prepare reporting as directed and assist the Buyer with business opportunities
- Partner with the Buyer and Visual teams to plan seasonal retail floor sets, including assisting with seasonal walkthrough setups and updating relevant file
- Maintain strong, positive relationships with cross-functional partners across inventory, design, development, e-commerce, and creative teams
- Enter and maintain all regular pricing for DTC and Retail, working closely with inventory partners and sourcing teams
- Manage personalization techniques, opportunities, and execution for photography and site
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the relevant retail markets; maintain and upkeep competitive analyses
Criteria
BA / BS degree required1-2 years of retail buying experienceStrong knowledge of retail math calculationsAbility to handle multiple priorities, shifting tasks and timelinesAbility to work autonomously, strong decision making skills with good judgementDetail-oriented takes the appropriate time to complete tasks and reviews work to ensure accuracyFamiliar and comfortable with pulling sales reports and strong ability to analyze business metricsProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel / Word / PowerPoint); ability to create pivot tables and experience with advanced formulas such as VLOOKUPThis role requires being onsite in the Dumbo Brooklyn officeOur 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 :
A generous discount on all WSI brandsA 401(k) plan and other investment opportunitiesPaid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteerHealth benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefitsTax-free commuter benefitsA wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional healthContinued Learning
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI UniversityCross-brand and cross-function career opportunitiesResources for self-developmentAdvisor (Mentor) programCareer development workshops, learning programs, and speaker seriesThe expected starting pay range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. 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.