Associate Buyer, Women's RTW
About The Position
The Associate Buyer, Women’s RTW (Multibrand), supports the growth and profitability of the Women’s Multibrand RTW business through merchandise procurement, business analysis, inventory management, and vendor partnerships. This role assists with assortment planning, purchase order management, market appointments, and in-season business opportunities to achieve sales and inventory goals. Working closely with vendors and cross-functional teams, the Associate Buyer supports product launches, store training initiatives, and omni-channel growth efforts, including enhancing the online and social presence of the business. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and a solid understanding of the retail market.
Requirements
- 3 – 5 years of experience in buying, merchandising, planning, or a related retail function.
- Strong understanding of retail math, inventory management, and business analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial retail environment.
- Knowledge of the luxury fashion market and current industry trends.
Nice To Haves
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communicator and relationship builder.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Passionate about fashion and luxury retail.
- Trend-aware and customer-focused.
- Self-motivated and results-driven.
- Collaborative team player.
- Creative thinker with a proactive mindset.
Responsibilities
- Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly business performance and provide actionable recommendations to drive sales and profitability.
- Monitor inventory levels, SKU productivity, and seasonal performance to maximize sell-through and maintain healthy stock levels.
- Partner with stores and vendors to react to in-season opportunities through transfers, reorders, and inventory swaps.
- Track merchandise receipts and coordinate inventory flow to support business objectives.
- Support assortment planning and buying activities for Women's Multibrand RTW.
- Prepare for and attend market appointments, assisting with product selection, order writing, and assortment reviews.
- Manage purchase order entry, style creation, and related administrative functions.
- Build strong vendor relationships to support exclusive product opportunities, in-store events, training initiatives, and sales-driving programs.
- Coordinate weekly product photography and website launches, ensuring product accuracy and brand presentation.
- Partner with digital and marketing teams to drive online sales through product launches, email campaigns, and social media exposure.
- Identify products and brands for featured digital content, newsletters, and social campaigns.
- Support initiatives that increase online engagement and strengthen the Women's RTW digital presence.
- Develop and distribute product knowledge materials for stores and internal teams.
- Communicate key information regarding seasonal deliveries, new brand launches, and vendor-supported selling initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Logistics, Accounts Payable, Store Leadership, Marketing, and E-commerce teams to ensure seamless execution.
- Monitor the competitive landscape and marketplace to identify emerging brands, trends, and growth opportunities.
- Provide insights and recommendations to enhance assortment strategy and customer relevance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
