Assistant Buyer, Kids Footwear

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

📋 Description

• Take ownership of a designated segment of the Kid's Footwear and Non-Apparel market.

• Create and implement merchandising and financial strategies to enhance departmental opportunities.

• Curate and drive seasonal line plans and product assortments.

• Present strategies to leadership and cross-functional partners to ensure alignment.

• Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and client feedback on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.

• Manage the open-to-buy budget in collaboration with Planning partners.

• Strategically oversee the vendor matrix.

• Negotiate supplier terms, contracts, and pricing to maximize profitability, product quality, and timely delivery.

• Conduct continuous market research and competitive analysis.

• Identify industry trends, risks, and opportunities for Stitch Fix clients.

• Utilize AI tools such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini to summarize client feedback trends, draft vendor communications, and conduct market research.

• Employ Google Workspace Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel, and internal inventory/PLM systems.

• Learn and apply new technologies to analyze data and streamline the product lifecycle from concept to delivery.

• Collaborate with Planning, Styling, Marketing, and other cross-functional partners.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

• At least 3+ years of experience in a retail buying or merchandising role.

• In-depth knowledge of retail math, business metrics, financial planning, and comprehensive product lifecycle management.

• Market buying experience, including the management of a multi-vendor matrix and supporting negotiations for margin/AUC.

• Solution-oriented, analytical mindset with the ability to take calculated, data-driven risks.

• Strong eye for product and the ability to identify and respond to market trends.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Capacity to present confidently to leadership.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and effective time management skills.

• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, nuanced environment that requires bold and proactive decision-making.

• Proficiency in Google Workspace Suite and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Familiarity with data analytics tools for making buying decisions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods, utilize a computer or office equipment, and communicate effectively.

• Nice to have: specific product experience in Kids, Footwear, or Non-Apparel.

• Nice to have: advanced negotiation skills and experience in vendor matrix optimization.

• Nice to have: exposure to AI-driven retail forecasting tools or trend-prediction software.

🏝️ Benefits

• No specific benefits, perks, or compensation extras are mentioned in the posting.

• Travel up to 30% of the time.