Associate Buyer, Footwear

Kith•Brooklyn, NY

3d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Buying role reporting to Footwear, focused on international retail doors and global web sales management. The Associate Buyer will be involved in all discussions and strategy on the global marketplace. The role will report in to the VP of Footwear.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required
3-5 years of prior experience, inclusive of internships
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, inclusive of formulas, pivot tables, etc.
Knowledge of G-Suite: G-mail, G-drive, etc.
Strong data analysis skills
Strong written communication skills
Strong interest in sneaker culture and the fashion market

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of Buyer, assist in managing 25+ vendor accounts for all globally managed territories (US, CA, EU, UK)
For international doors, in alignment with seasonal buy and brand direction, ensure allocation of product to all regional doors
Reviewing vendor catalogues and sales material to prepare internal buy reviews
Tracking inbound of products across all global region to advise on shipments to all doors and warehouses
Managing the process of product set up from item creation to Web launch, with web and content team
Managing the photography process and asset collection of inbound skus from to web launch
Managing the web and social posting schedule of inline product, release product, and repromotion of product for global regions
Communicating with vendors on launch strategy for social posting of seasonal collections and release date product.
Organizing reporting and appointments to the market calendar
Organizing Buy Deadlines to the calendar for both seasonal offers and short-lead time offers
Effectively communicate with vendors on all inquiries, inclusive of troubleshooting
Communicate with store managers, sales staff and operations on product feedback and inventory capacities
Management of consolidated buysheets for seasonal and monthly PO creation
Prepare and share weekly reporting for external vendors on performance
Collaborate with web and partnerships to execute on marketing launches for Footwear