Senior Buyer & Product Merchandiser

EMINENT, INC.•Los Angeles, CA

67d•$100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Senior Buyer/Merchant is a key leader within the Buying & Merchandising team, responsible for independently managing a portfolio of brands and driving strategic growth, brand development, and operational excellence. This role oversees product strategy, financial planning, trend identification, and may manage a team of direct reports. Acting as a bridge between business and creative, the Senior Buyer/Merchant leads cross-functional initiatives, identifies market opportunities, and develops seasonal assortments that balance customer demand with innovative, trend-forward collections. This position will play a pivotal role in an exciting new project, leading merchandising efforts and working closely with creative teams to bring innovative concepts to life. Additionally, the role will support the trend-led, short-lead chase program by managing open to buy budgets, working closely with the 3P team to identify emerging trends, and pushing initiatives as needed to ensure timely delivery of trend-driven product assortments.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in buying, merchandising, or retail planning, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Advanced understanding of garment construction, costing, fabrications, and value assessment.
Strong understanding of retail math, including markup, margin planning, open-to-buy, and inventory productivity.
Proven track record of strategic brand management and driving profitable growth.
Highly skilled in data analysis, reporting tools, and business intelligence systems.
Exceptional leadership, delegation, and team development abilities.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong, collaborative relationships.
Deep knowledge of fashion industry trends, competitive market landscape, and consumer behavior.

Responsibilities

Brand Ownership & Strategy – Independently lead buying and merchandising for a portfolio of brands, driving long-term growth strategies aligned with company objectives.
Strategic Planning & Innovation – Identify growth opportunities, develop actionable plans, and execute initiatives to expand categories and capture emerging trends.
Market & Consumer Insights – Monitor trends, competitors, and customer behavior to guide product strategy, maintain deep knowledge of the REVOLVE customer and stay ahead of market trends.
Buying & Merchandising Leadership – Oversee and lead all key milestone meetings, including Buy Meetings, Sketch Reviews, and Product Development Approvals, ensuring alignment across teams.
Pricing, Cost & Margin Management – Establish pricing strategies and retail buckets while balancing margin goals and competitive positioning.
Data-Driven Decision Making – Manage budgets and leverage sales data and reporting tools to optimize assortments and financial performance. Conduct research on top and bottom sellers, product elements, categories, and program development within REVOLVE/FWRD to inform strategic decisions and optimize offerings.
Team Management & Development – Potentially lead and mentor a team of direct reports, overseeing workload, productivity, and career growth through guidance, delegation, and performance reviews. Provide strategic direction, problem-solving support, and feedback to build strong communication and leadership skills.
Cross-Functional Leadership – Partner across departments and act as a key liaison to drive alignment, optimize processes, and support initiatives that enhance innovation and operational excellence.
Operational Excellence – Optimize KPIs, reporting, and workflows to improve efficiency, while independently managing special projects and balancing priorities across multiple brands and initiatives.

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