Buyer, Home

RUE GILT GROUPE • Boston, MA

2d • $85,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced buyer, passionate about the Home Product, to join our team! In this role, you will spearhead the development and execution of innovative merchandising and strategies that drive top-line sales and enhance bottom-line profitability. You will be responsible for selecting products and growing the business, including identifying potential brands and opportunity buys for our sites. As a Buyer, you will build direct relationships with key vendors, negotiate contracts, and work with brands to build a comprehensive selection of products. You’ll set prices, develop collaborative marketing and promotional campaigns, as well as drive sales and margin improvements. You are comfortable executing at both a tactical and strategic level to achieve business targets.
If you are a highly collaborative and innovative thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is highly knowledgeable about industry and competitive trends, we want to speak with you!

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree or Higher
• 6-8 years’ experience in a Buying role
• Passionate about Merchandising, e-commerce, and all things fashion!
• Proven experience managing a highly visible business
• Strong vendor relationships and negotiation skills
• Prior experience managing open to buy and well versed in inventory control methods
• Creative and innovative approach to business
• Experience managing and mentoring a team of junior associates
• Ability to operate independently while establishing strong working relationships with co-workers and cross functional teams
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Passionate about the Home Product

Responsibilities

• Drive sales, meet goals, and deliver margin improvements
• Build direct relationships with key vendors, vetting prospects, and negotiating contracts
• Consistently manage brand setup and new item setup process
• Successfully identify and onboard new brands and product business opportunities
• Work with brands to build comprehensive selection, setting prices, and developing marketing promotions.
• Analyze brand and category data to optimize performance and improve future decision making
• Mentor and manage junior team members to enhance career development
• Collaborate closely with vendor partners and internal cross-functional stakeholders to optimize category performance and enhance Net Margin Contribution.
• Lead diverse classifications using tailored merchandising and operational strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
• Utilize owned and Drop Ship inventory to deliver assortment strategies to achieve financial targets.

Benefits

• Robust health, dental, and vision insurance effective on the date of hire.
• Generous Flex Time Off (FTO)
• Flexible remote/hybrid work options
• Supportive, inclusive culture that encourages innovation, safety, and creative risk-taking.
• Paid volunteer opportunities
• Regular DEI celebrations
• Associate discount

What This Job Offers

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