Assistant Buyer - Tommy Hilfiger

About the role

The major function is to provide the Associate Buyer/Buyer with the information and data analysis necessary to make product and inventory decisions. Assigned specific responsibilities that aid in financial decisions made by both Buyers and upper management. This position is an integral part of the department and coordinates across internal departments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Merchant team in achieving and/or exceeding departmental financial plans
• Help prepare all necessary documents and resources for major Milestone Meetings, including Hindsight, Buy Review, etc.
• Sample management: maintaining sample accuracy and handoff
• Data entry and assembly of reports and files for daily merchandising responsibilities, including: accurately building and maintaining or dispersing, on order recap, weekly/monthly/seasonal selling recaps, editing and maintaining assortment sheets; reconciling and updating receipts; communicating necessary information to cross-functional team in a timely manner
• Responsible for PO entry and maintenance for 3rd party products as well as vendor communication
• Learn to analyze business results in partnership with manager in preparation for weekly CFT. Develop the ability to draw top line conclusions and actions from analysis
• Demonstrate and communicate awareness of retail landscape; conduct research on competitive set including pricing, style, and key messaging information
• Support team in line build/assorting process
• Build relationships with cross-functional partners and participate as a solution-oriented team member, contributing to a high performing team

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience in Merchandising/Buying/Retail ideal
• College degree; Merchandising degree, a plus
• Strong to proficient computer skills (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); ability to learn systems
• Ability to learn quickly and work in a highly collaborative environment
• Be a positive, flexible, team player – work independently as needed and have strong self-initiative, prioritization, multi task and time management skills
• Detail oriented, with excellent follow-through skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree; fashion-related major or strong interest in retail preferred
• Ability to lift or move at least 30 lbs for sample management and participate in possible store visits/floor sets
• Must be able to handle multiple projects with adherence to deadlines
• Must be highly organized
• Must be able to work independently as well as on group projects
• Must be self-motivated and confident with decision making
• Must be able to communicate well with peers and upper management

Pay

$60,800–$87,800

Benefits

• Competitive pay, bonus programs
• Best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance
• Above-market 401(k) contribution
• Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules
• Wellbeing tools and programs including Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities
• Care.com Services: access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care
• Education Assistance: tuition reimbursement
• Associate Discount at company outlets and e-commerce sites