Buyer - Active Segment

Main Purpose of the Role

To ensure top priority trends and elements are optimally represented in the overall assortment for the site. Knowledgeable in women’s footwear brands, as well as current trends. Responsible for assortment selection consisting of planning, customer needs, trends, competitors and merchandising with minimal supervision.

Required Competencies

• Ability to balance multiple brands and initiatives.
• Ability to effectively negotiate with vendors on RA’s, sell through guarantees and trade discounts.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, good judgement, creativity and organization.
• Able to develop strong, synergistic relationships with a range of teams and personnel.
• Strong understanding and interest of industry trends.
• Proficient in Email (preferably Gmail), Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Business preferred.
• 3-5 years of women’s Buying experience, preferably within the active space.
• A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Work experience as a Buyer is required.
• Strong knowledge of and the ability to apply retail math concepts, including markup, margin, planning, open to buy, and inventory productivity measures.
• Proficient in Email (preferably Gmail), Microsoft Office.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current salary rate is $80,000- $85,000 per year.