Associate Buyer
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POSITION TITLE: Associate Buyer
POSITION PURPOSE:
Coordinate, execute and manage the activities of a department of classification, depending on scope and complexity. Assist the Buyer in developing and executing a product strategy to meet company goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Analyze product trends and historical data at departmental/classification level. Support and compile data as needed to aid in developing seasonal strategies and financial targets. Attend pre-season meetings between buying and planning. Create, update, change, distribute and communicate changes for assortment sheets to appropriate business partners on an ongoing basis. Provide input in line edit meetings. Provide support and compile data to aid in assessing product assortment. Provide support and compile data for Senior Management line reviews. Attend meetings as appropriate. Review sales performance and learn to identify sales trends. Attend discussions on evaluating and adjusting future product. Attend sales forecast and OTB discussions to develop understanding of key financial concepts and components. Develop expert knowledge of customer base by participating in local store visits. Learn to evaluate product execution and point of view. Get customer and store associate feedback to communicate to management. Participate in competitive analysis of both direct competitors and stores we look too for trend inspiration by shopping at their stores. Learn to evaluate product assortments, quality, pricing, merchandising strategies and business opportunities. Document as needed.
Participate in weekly cross-functional meetings to share information on current business issues. Communicate with field to get input on sales, fit, etc., as well as Management.
Work efficiently as a member of a cross-functional department team between Buying, Planning, I/C and Distribution by focusing on team objectives and clear communication. Provide training and feedback as needed to peers and Assistant Buyers through on the job training, behavioral feedback and modeling, coaching and identifying opportunities for formal training.
Manage samples. Generate reports and provides support on multiple projects. Creates Purchase Order (PO) worksheets, updates receipt tracker reports and communicates style information.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 0-2 Years
Location - City, Region or Area
Corporate - Los Angeles, CA
Location
LA – World Headquarters
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Salary Minimum
$66,560.00
Salary Maximum
$75,000.00
POSITION TITLE: Associate Buyer
POSITION PURPOSE:
Coordinate, execute and manage the activities of a department of classification, depending on scope and complexity. Assist the Buyer in developing and executing a product strategy to meet company goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Analyze product trends and historical data at departmental/classification level. Support and compile data as needed to aid in developing seasonal strategies and financial targets. Attend pre-season meetings between buying and planning. Create, update, change, distribute and communicate changes for assortment sheets to appropriate business partners on an ongoing basis. Provide input in line edit meetings. Provide support and compile data to aid in assessing product assortment. Provide support and compile data for Senior Management line reviews. Attend meetings as appropriate. Review sales performance and learn to identify sales trends. Attend discussions on evaluating and adjusting future product. Attend sales forecast and OTB discussions to develop understanding of key financial concepts and components. Develop expert knowledge of customer base by participating in local store visits. Learn to evaluate product execution and point of view. Get customer and store associate feedback to communicate to management. Participate in competitive analysis of both direct competitors and stores we look too for trend inspiration by shopping at their stores. Learn to evaluate product assortments, quality, pricing, merchandising strategies and business opportunities. Document as needed.
Participate in weekly cross-functional meetings to share information on current business issues. Communicate with field to get input on sales, fit, etc., as well as Management.
Work efficiently as a member of a cross-functional department team between Buying, Planning, I/C and Distribution by focusing on team objectives and clear communication. Provide training and feedback as needed to peers and Assistant Buyers through on the job training, behavioral feedback and modeling, coaching and identifying opportunities for formal training.
Manage samples. Generate reports and provides support on multiple projects. Creates Purchase Order (PO) worksheets, updates receipt tracker reports and communicates style information.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 0-2 Years
Location - City, Region or Area
Corporate - Los Angeles, CA
Location
LA – World Headquarters
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
Click here for more information
Salary Minimum
$66,560.00
Salary Maximum
$75,000.00
- Base salary will be determined on various factors, including but not limited to, market data, internal equity, relevant background, and experience for the specified role. GUESS? Corporate employees are eligible for benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401k, tuition reimbursement, PTO, on-site gym, employee discounts and more!
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