Assistant Buyer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of a designated segment within the Women's Knits and Sweaters Tops category, concentrating on Market brands while developing and implementing merchandising and financial strategies to maximize opportunities within the department.

• Curate and lead seasonal line plans and product assortments for both market and private brands, presenting strategies to leadership and cross-functional partners to secure alignment.

• Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and customer feedback on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to effectively manage the open-to-buy budget in collaboration with Planning partners.

• Strategically manage the vendor matrix by negotiating terms, contracts, and pricing with suppliers to enhance profitability, product quality, and timely delivery.

• Perform ongoing market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends, detect risks, and uncover new opportunities that align with Stitch Fix clients.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

• At least 3+ years of experience in a retail buying or merchandising role, preferably in women’s apparel/tops.

• Profound knowledge of retail math, business metrics, financial planning, and managing the complete product lifecycle.

• Experience in Market buying, including a history of managing a multi-vendor matrix and supporting negotiations for margin/AUC.

• A solution-oriented, analytical mindset with the ability to take calculated, data-driven risks in a dynamic, ever-changing environment.

• A discerning eye for product and experience in identifying and responding to market trends.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, thriving in a feedback-driven environment, and capable of confidently presenting to leadership.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and equipped with effective time management skills, demonstrating the ability to excel in a fast-paced, nuanced environment where proactive decision-making is crucial.

• Proficient in Google Workplace Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel). Familiarity with utilizing data analytics tools to guide buying decisions.

• This position may require the ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer or other office equipment, communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing), and travel up to 30% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• 401(k) matching

• Flexible work hours

• Paid time off

• Remote work options