Assistant Buyer, Baby Gear and Toys
About The Position
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. Overview of the role You will report to a Buyer and share ownership of a category. 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 a cross-functional team. In this role you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced retail environment while working with a highly collaborative team. This role is hybrid - in office in San Francisco 4X a week.
Requirements
- BA degree
- 1-2 years of retail buying experience
- Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills
- Deadline-driven and strong project management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently across multiple projects
- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal (strong business acumen)
- Familiar and comfortable with pulling sales reports and strong ability to analyze business metrics
- Detail-oriented – takes the appropriate time to complete tasks and reviews work to ensure accuracy
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) required to create pivot tables and experience with advanced formulas such as VLOOKUPS
Responsibilities
- Setup and maintain all SKUs
- Responsible for made-to-order, visual line and merchandise list
- Communicate as needed with the Merchandise team in regards to project and sample status, costing/SKU worksheets
- Responsible for assisting in sample management – communicating and partnering with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positions
- Enter and maintain all price and cost changes for DTC and Retail, working closely with inventory partners and sourcing teams
- Partner with the Buyer and Visual teams to plan seasonal retail floor sets
- Prepare reporting and assist the Buyer with business opportunities
- Take on general administrative duties as needed
Benefits
- A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 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
- 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 and learning programs
- Speaker series
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
