Buyer

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

📋 Description

• Collaborate closely with the VP of Merchandising to implement seasonal and quarterly buying strategies that align with aesthetic, financial, and operational objectives.

• Oversee product development initiatives together with the Product Development team while pinpointing off-the-shelf product opportunities that complement proprietary offerings.

• Identify and manage relationships with off-the-shelf vendors, including negotiations on pricing, terms, lead times, and order quantities, while nurturing collaborative and long-term partnerships for the business.

• Evaluate vendor proposals and product samples; assess quality, design, and value to ensure compliance with Vesta standards.

• Take ownership of OTB spreadsheets to ensure accuracy across purchasing data, pricing, and timelines in a highly hands-on tracking environment with limited automation – advanced skills in Excel and Google Sheets are essential.

• Collaborate closely with the Director of Supply Chain to implement demand plans, issue purchase orders, and manage vendor relations related to those purchases.

• Analyze assortment performance and curation against usage rates, staging cost per square foot targets, and overall sell-through rates.

• Work alongside Creative Directors to ensure an assortment that fulfills the needs of both designers and their clients.

• Identify and communicate assortment gaps and new product opportunities to the VP of Merchandising by keeping abreast of market trends, designer requirements, and industry innovations.

• Provide comprehensive reporting and insights on vendor performance, assortment health, and business opportunities to the VP of Merchandising.

• Keep organized and detail-oriented records of vendor communications and quarterly assortment planning.

• Exhibit a strong passion for excellent design and a keen eye for products, contributing to Vesta’s reputation for timeless, high-quality, and well-curated home furnishings.

• Approach responsibilities with flexibility, adaptability, and a spirit of collaboration, consistently seeking opportunities to innovate and advance the business.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS Degree preferred; or equivalent professional experience.

• 5-7 years of experience in Buying/Merchandising.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401k

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employer-covered Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD) plans (with Medical Insurance election)