Purchasing and Pricing Assistant Manager

Richemont•New York, NY

2d•$80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Since Watchfinder & Co. was first founded in 2002, it has grown to become the premier resource from which to buy and sell premium pre-owned watches. With thousands of watches available from more than 50 brands, including Rolex, Omega, IWC and more, plus boutiques across the UK and a manufacturer certified service centre, Watchfinder has established itself as the top pre-owned watch specialist. Are you a rising star with an insatiable passion for luxury watches and a keen eye for detail? We're on the hunt for an enthusiastic and dynamic Purchasing and Pricing Coordinator to become the indispensable right hand to our US Team. This isn't just a support role; it's your launchpad into the thrilling world of luxury timepieces! You'll dive headfirst into cultivating strategic partnerships with trade vendors, mastering the art of precise watch pricing, and expertly navigating adjustments. Beyond the numbers, you'll be the operational linchpin, orchestrating seamless logistics with our global hub, ensuring every watch manifests with impeccable accuracy and unwavering compliance. If you live and breathe luxury watches, possess an unquenchable curiosity for the pre-owned market, and thrive in a vibrant, collaborative environment that spans local and global teams, then this is your moment. We're looking for a natural connector, someone who effortlessly builds rapport and transforms connections into impactful relationships. Join us and ignite your career in a role where your passion meets purpose!

Requirements

Minimum of 2-3 years, working in the pre-owned space with experience of pricing of luxury products within a direct-to-consumer business.
Experience of working with 3rd party vendors and suppliers, maintaining relationships to encourage further opportunities.
Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate strong self-drive.
Excellent communication skills, with the capacity to interact effectively across various organisational levels and navigate complex situations.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex and time sensitive situations simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to think proactively, take initiative to find solutions and drive key outcomes.
Adept at seamlessly managing client interactions and independently facilitating engaging and productive meetings.
Passionate about watches and luxury industry
Strong understanding of Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) industry and US landscape

Responsibilities

Support the Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager to grow revenue across a portfolio of digital platforms; the Watchfinder US Marketplace and enhanced by partnerships and external platform integrations.
Support with internal partnerships within the Richemont Group, North America, offering an experience that supports the promotion of Watchfinder internally. This includes, quotation management, follow ups, managing experiences and enquiries.
Support the US Purchasing Manager in defining the strategy to recruit, onboard and retain US based 3P Sellers. Including, visiting clients to maintain vendor relationships in person.
Work with the US Purchasing Manager by supporting them with counter offers to trade vendors, handling all associated administration which is not limited to entering details in our platform, onboarding documentation, manifesting of watches from our logistics hub.
Work with the Purchasing Manager and US Country Manager to identify operational improvements
Support in driving further scale of watch purchasing across North America, which includes purchasing via part exchange, online enquiries, boutiques, external partners and trade.
Report weekly buying activity to the US Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager.
Liaise with UK & US Counterparts to introduce operational improvements and efficiencies.
Apply commercial acumen where appropriate for adjusting quotes for part exchange where necessary to drive unit whilst maintaining margin.
Supporting the US Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager in maintaining and achieving overall objectives.