Bridal and Brands Buyer

Ben Bridge Jeweler • Seattle, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ben Bridge Jeweler is seeking a Bridal and Brands Buyer to curate and drive an exceptional assortment of fine jewelry, engagement rings, bridal collections, and prestigious luxury brands. The role combines product judgment and commercial acumen to shape merchandise strategies that inspire clients, strengthen brand partnerships, and support sustainable growth. The Buyer cultivates relationships with jewelry houses, identifies emerging opportunities, and uses market insights to create distinctive assortments for luxury consumers. Through assortment planning, inventory management, and strategic brand development, the role supports Ben Bridge's position as a destination for fine jewelry, bridal, and exceptional client experiences.

The Buyer oversees Assistant Buyers and Store Service Associates, providing leadership, development, and day-to-day guidance. The role requires onsite attendance five days per week and domestic travel six to eight times per year, with international travel approximately every other year. The stated salary range is $95,000–$115,000 per year.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field; equivalent professional experience is considered.
• At least 3 years of experience as a retail Buyer in a multi-channel or omnichannel environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in assortment planning, inventory management, forecasting, and open-to-buy processes.
• Strong analytical capabilities and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and retail reporting tools.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional partners and lead through collaboration.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• Ability to travel domestically six to eight times per year and internationally approximately every other year.
• Ability to attend onsite five days per week to perform essential functions involving interaction with coworkers, managers, and internal and external partners.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in luxury retail, fine jewelry, or premium branded goods.
• Experience managing luxury brand relationships and negotiating with vendor partners.
• Passion for luxury products, client experience, brand development, and emerging consumer trends.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with luxury jewelry brands and key vendor partners, serving as a trusted ambassador of the Ben Bridge brand.
• Develop and execute category, assortment, inventory, and growth strategies aligned with customer demand, luxury market trends, and financial objectives.
• Curate product assortments that balance brand prestige, innovation, exclusivity, and business performance.
• Lead the development and communication of merchandise initiatives, product knowledge programs, and training materials for store teams.
• Analyze sales performance, gross margin, inventory productivity, sell-through, conversion, average transaction value, and other key metrics to identify opportunities and inform decisions.
• Use reporting, analytics, and customer insights to influence purchasing strategies and present actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Partner with Merchandise Planning on open-to-buy, forecasting, business reviews, and inventory investments.
• Collaborate with Store Operations and E-Commerce to optimize assortments, expand digital selling opportunities, and deliver an omnichannel luxury experience.
• Work with Marketing and vendor partners on product launches, storytelling initiatives, events, and strategic growth opportunities.
• Lead multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment with strong execution, organization, and attention to detail.
• Support the Senior Director of Jewelry by training, coaching, and mentoring buying-team members.
• Oversee Assistant Buyers and Store Service Associates, providing leadership, development, and day-to-day guidance.
• Travel domestically six to eight times per year and internationally approximately every other year.

Benefits

• Employee merchandise discounts
• Paid training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, bereavement leave, and jury duty
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible savings accounts
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary pet insurance and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Deeply discounted monthly ORCA card for this location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level