retail buyer

Crossroads Trading Co.

<div>Benefits: 
<ul><li>401(k)</li>
<li>401(k) matching</li>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Employee discounts</li>
<li>Flexible schedule</li>
<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Opportunity for advancement</li>
<li>Training &amp; development</li>
<li>Vision insurance</li>
<li>Wellness resources</li>
</ul> 
WAGE RANGE: $17.50-$20.50 PER HOUR 
 
The Resale Revolution Starts With You!
 
As a Crossroads Buyer, you will bring our brand promise to life: to offer a fun, fashion-centered, and affordable shopping experience to our communities. You&rsquo;ll hand select items to sell in our stores and provide a high-level of customer service. You&rsquo;ll get customers excited about shopping and selling second-hand fashion, whether it&rsquo;s their first time or their 1000th! 
 
What You&rsquo;ll Do: 
When you join Crossroads, you are joining the sustainable fashion movement and reshaping fashion culture. And you aren&rsquo;t just impacting the planet&rsquo;s future- you are impacting your own.
 
<ul><li>We have clear paths for promotion and several routes you can take as you embark on your second-hand retail journey.</li>
<li>You&rsquo;ll learn how to run a second-hand business&ndash; you&rsquo;ll embody an entrepreneurial spirit- learning everything from buying, merchandising and inventory practices to gaining and maintaining the trust of a customer base who has been devoted since day one.</li>
</ul>You are: 
<ul>
<li>A Team Player. You are as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own success.</li>
<li>Authentic. You are your unique self!</li>
<li>Fashion-focused. You eat, breathe, and sleep style. Fashion is life.</li>
<li>Adaptable. You feel comfortable adjusting to changing circumstances and encourage your teammates to do the same. We problem-solve together!</li>
<li>People-first. You are energized by people. You radiate kindness and positivity! You understand your impact and are someone who uplifts others.</li>
</ul>You will: 
<ul>
<li>Engage. You get to meet new people, every day! Greet each customer with a smile and welcome them to our store. Create a welcoming, fun, and inclusive environment to shop and work in.</li>
<li>Ask and Educate. You will teach our customers how we work and get them excited about selling their clothes to us!</li>
<li>Have Integrity. You will act with integrity in words and actions- do the right thing and do it right, even when it&rsquo;s difficult.</li>
<li>Be Compassionate. You will embody our core values of service, inclusion, and education. It&rsquo;s important that we connect with all customers and try our best to help them.</li>
<li>Be Reliable. You will show up to work on time and ready to go!</li>
<li>Be Flexible. You understand that needs change and evolve throughout the day- you know how to support your team and customer as needed.</li>
<li>Enjoy Organizing. Cleaning, organizing, and merchandising are all parts of the job and help create the best possible shopping and working environment.</li>
</ul>Perks: 
 
Health + Wellbeing
 
We will: 
<ul>
<li>Support your wellbeing. We care about our employees holistically and offer sick paid time off.</li>
<li>Prioritize wellness for all. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance for ALL employees who work at least 20 hours a week!</li>
<li>Offer additional support for your life outside work. We have an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides FREE mental health, financial, legal, and other life event advisory services for all employees.</li>
</ul>Work/Life Harmony 
We will: 
<ul>
<li>Give you incentives when you work during the holidays. We give you time and a half pay for select holidays throughout the year, and we are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.</li>
<li>Encourage work/life balance. We offer flexible scheduling so that you can meet work &amp; life needs!</li>
</ul>Financial Health 
We will: 
<ul>
<li>Contribute to your 401(k). Free money? We&rsquo;ll match up to 6% of your contribution as soon as you are eligible! We offer both a Roth and traditional 401(k).</li>
<li>Offer a generous discount on all merchandise including luxury consignment pieces- shop where you work!</li>
<li>Be Transparent. We have clear pay ranges and always advertise pay for positions. We believe in pay equity.</li>
<li>Offer Earned Wage Access. Need money before payday? You&rsquo;ll be able to access pay as you earn it through our partner app ZayZoon</li>
<li>Contribute to Commuter Benefits. Take public transit? We&rsquo;ll contribute and match a portion of your commuter account monthly.</li>
</ul>Growth + Development 
We will: 
<ul>
<li>Empower you. Our Employee Resource Group (ERG) gives you a seat (and a voice) at the table. They meet monthly to discuss how we can shape the company through a diverse lens and meet our DEI commitments.</li>
<li>Let you take the lead. We offer clear paths for growth and ongoing professional development that are straightforward and attainable.</li>
<li>Celebrate with you. We&rsquo;ll provide you with many opportunities to bond with your team as you celebrate successes together.</li>
<li>Equip you with the tools to be successful. As you onboard &amp; throughout your career, our training programs will set you up to win.</li>
</ul>Minimum Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Must be able to work a minimum of 12 hours per week.</li>
<li>6+ months of retail experience.</li>
<li>Have a good eye for fashion and current trends.</li>
<li>Must be authorized to work in the United States.</li>
</ul>About Crossroads 
One of the first companies to pioneer secondhand clothing as an alternative to traditional retail, Crossroads Trading has been buying, selling, and consigning name brand and designer clothing in a friendly, fun, and fashionable atmosphere since 1991. 
 
Since opening the doors of its first location in the heart of San Francisco&rsquo;s Fillmore District, Crossroads has expanded over time to 39 retail locations spanning Northern and Southern California, Chicago, Seattle, Portland, Denver, New York, Houston, and Dallas. And in recent years, we have added Sell-By-Mail and Concierge programs to provide convenient new ways for fashionable and eco-conscious customers to sell their gently used clothing. 
 
Crossroads has been featured in Harper&rsquo;s Bazaar, Teen Vogue, and LA Mag, and is widely recognized as an industry leader in the &lsquo;resale revolution.&rsquo;
 
If you like sustainability, fashion, and working in a fun, positive environment, you&rsquo;ll enjoy a career with us!</div>

Retail Buyer

Al Tayer Insignia

<div>
 
 
 At Al Tayer Insignia, your career is more than a job &mdash; it&rsquo;s a journey into the heart of luxury retail. For over 40 years, we&rsquo;ve partnered with the world&rsquo;s most iconic brands, creating award-winning retail experiences across our boutiques, department stores, and leading online platforms. With stores and outlets across the GCC and a truly seamless omnichannel presence, we bring style, innovation, and heritage together. Here, you&rsquo;ll join a diverse, customer obsessed, passionate team that celebrates creativity, values individuality, and empowers you to grow. Join us on our journey, reimagining fashion and redefining the meaning of luxury in the region.
 
 
 At
 
 Bloomingdale&rsquo;s
 
 and
 
 Harvey Nichols
 
 , we set the benchmark for luxury fashion retail in the GCC. Our stores are home to the most coveted designer labels and contemporary brands, offering an unparalleled shopping experience for our discerning clientele. Join us and be part of shaping the future of luxury fashion.
 
 
 We are looking for a
 
 Junior Buyer
 
 to manage the
 
 Men's
 
 category. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about fashion trends, luxury brands, and creating assortments that inspire and delight customers.
 
 
 Work with globally recognized luxury and contemporary brands. Be part of a dynamic, trend-driven environment. Opportunities for career growth within a leading luxury retail group.
 
 
 &nbsp;
 
 
 Strategic Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Develops a detailed understanding of their department and the market trends for the category. Works closely with their Buyer/line manager to clearly define the product strategy and operates in collaboration with the principal brand(s) to execute this via the right assortment.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Takes on board store team and customer feedback in order to range build the assortment for their particular category.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Regularly presents and updates VP buying/Head of buying along with the Buyer with performance insights and analysis. Reacts quickly to feedback and requests from senior management.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Functional Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Research and sourcing, industry trends and approaches new brands or products areas to include within the portfolio.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Maintain regular communication with suppliers as applicable. Assist with the efficient ordering delivery and payment of merchandise to reduce the likelihood of queries and problems.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 To assist the Buyer to research and select from home and abroad, the best quality merchandise suppliers have to offer at the best price to maximize sales and profit margins. In conjunction with the Buyer to control the selection of merchandise for the Sales within the agreed markdown and to reach the agreed stock level.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Place re-orders as applicable in consultation with buyers and communicate relevant information to all relevant parties in planning and supply chain.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Maintain accurate database of vendor agreements and forward completed vendor agreements to Merchandise Planning.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Consolidate buying feedback reports and provide buyers with reports and recommendations per brand
 
 portfolio
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 People Management Roles and Responsibilities:&nbsp;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Assumes responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Works with people to establish explicit performance standards. Is completely on top of what is going on and knows where things stand. Provides balanced
 
 feedback at the most critical times.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Proactively develops relationships with a wide variety of people. Builds immediate rapport, even when facing difficult or tense situations. Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts in an effective manner. Engages input from others constantly and listens with empathy and concern. Readily distinguishes between what&rsquo;s relevant and what&rsquo;s unimportant to make sense of complex situations. Looks beyond the obvious and doesn&rsquo;t stop at the first answers. Analyzes multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Delivers messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Articulates messages in a way that is broadly understandable. Adjusts communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Takes consistent action to develop new skills. Finds ways to apply strengths to new issues. Is aware of the skills needed to be successful in different situations and levels. Seeks assignments that stretch him/her beyond comfort zone.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Decisively makes high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. Actively seeks input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. Skillfully separates opinions from facts. Is respected by others for displaying superior judgment.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Junior Buyer | Men's Luxury | Buying, Department stores

Navy Exchange

<div></div><div><div>Job Number: 250003NH<div>
</div></div><div>
Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach</div><div>
Organization: NEXCOMHQ<div>
</div>
Pay Range: $80,092 - $90,876 -Based on experience.</div><div></div><div> 
Shape Global Retail Strategy. Lead High-Impact Categories. Grow With Purpose. Join the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) as a Senior Buyer!
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Buyer to join our worldwide, omni-channel retail organization. In this role, you will lead complex merchandise categories, drive strategic business decisions, and mentor a team of Buyers and Associate Buyers to deliver best-in-class retail performance for our military community.
Job Summary:
Responsible for an advanced level of buying responsibility of highly complex and or a broad range of merchandise categories value locations. Serves in an expanded supervisory capacity to include Buyer and or Associate Buyer for category in direct area of responsibility providing strategic direction and coaching and mentorship opportunities to build the competitive skill set of direct reports and support staff. Maximizes sales and profitability for assigned group of businesses through the development and implementation of strategy analysis and appropriate reaction to sales trend.
Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Leads the development and implementation of business strategy for highly complex specialized and or multiple categories of responsibility to achieve departmental sales gross margin and turnover objectives for a worldwide omni-channel retail organization.</li><li>
Responsible for the leadership supervision and development of a staff consisting of Buyers Associate Buyer s Assistant Buyer s Merchandiser s as appropriate.</li><li>
Mentors Associate Buyer on the development of strategic positioning vendor negotiations category assortment planning and marketing strategy.</li><li>
Analyzes market trends and offerings to develop execute and maintain merchandise stock assortments business strategies and goals and seasonal plans for assigned merchandise departments.</li><li>
Negotiates with vendors to obtain most favorable prices and allowances to achieve sales and profit objectives for basic and seasonal merchandise.</li><li>
Manages vendor performance.</li><li>
Global sourcing for private label seasonal and basic merchandise as appropriate.</li><li>
Works with other cognizant codes to develop space allocation adjacencies seasonal merchandise visual guidelines and planograms for store sets and renovations.</li><li>
Develops and executes marketing plan for assigned departments. Oversees order placement and tracking to ensure timely receipt of merchandise.</li><li>
Maximize coop of market development funds.</li><li>
Works closely with the Divisional Merchandise Manager Inventory and Financial Planning Teams to plan sales gross profit and stock turn both seasonally and annually as well as maintaining an in-season forecast on a monthly basis.</li><li>
Works closely with Divisional Merchandise Manager Inventory and Financial Planning teams to analyze financial performance using tools such as but not limited to Data Warehouse and Category Scorecard to ensure established goals are being met and takes appropriate corrective action when necessary.</li><li>
Works closely with Divisional Merchandise Manager and Inventory Planning teams to determine and execute automated methods of replenishment</li><li>
Works with Financial and Inventory Planning teams to determine optimal order size inventory levels and allocations needed to achieve merchandising and financial goals.</li><li>
Prepares merchandise information and training for Communication Guide through Weekly Retail Focus Seasonal Trend Directives Merchandise Adjacency and Presentations.</li><li>
Guides Special Unadvertised Buyer Promotions new Products and Vendor launches Flex Zone Directives Return to Vendor Directives Pricing Errors Directives Product Hold updates Ad Flyers Errors In Stock Issues.</li><li>
Conducts store visits as appropriate to evaluate merchandise presentation customer demographics stock assortments and inventory levels. Works closely with store management to address and maximize business opportunities.</li><li>
 Responsible for the supervision and development of a subordinate staff to include but not limited to providing associate training seminars as appropriate.</li><li>
Attends trade shows and markets as appropriate - Performs other related duties as assigned.</li><li>
Maintain collaborative partnerships with vendors and internal and external colleagues.</li><li>
Works under the general supervision of the Divisional Merchandise Manager.</li><li>
Operates independently within the Framework of NEXCOM policies procedures and regulations. Exercises independent judgment and approach in routine and non- routine situations.</li><li>
Consults with supervisor on such issues as policy matters deviations from normal procedures or unusual circumstances.</li><li>
Performance is evaluated on operational performance skills evaluations customer service collaboration and teamwork leadership and established individual performance objectives.</li><li>
The incumbent of this position must file a Financial Disclosure Report OGE Form 450 as required</li></ul></div><div></div><div> 
Total of 8 years of experience consisting of the following:
 GENERAL EXPERIENCE 3 years general experience which was gained in administrative merchandising technical or other responsible work which enabled the applicant to gain a knowledge of merchandising and procurement practices skill in dealing with others in person-to person work relationships and the ability to exercise mature judgment. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE 1 year of education above the high school level may be substituted for 9 months of experience up to a maximum of a 4 year bachelors degree for 3 years of general experience. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE 5 years of progressive experience which provided background in procurement practices methods and procedures developing and maintaining open-to-buy selecting sources of supply comparison shopping review of merchandise for pricing markdowns and stock rotation planning and developing sales promotions and other merchandise controls or similar work which demonstrated the knowledge and ability within the procurement operational area.<div> 
</div></div><div>
Job: Buying</div><div>
Schedule: Full-Time (35 + hours)</div><div>
Unposting Date: Dec 19, 2025, 10:59:00 PM</div></div>

BUYER (LEVEL II) - HOUSEWARES

Tori Richard

JOB TITLE: Associate BuyerEXEMPTION: Exempt, SalariedREPORTS TO: Director of Merchandising and Inventory Lifecycle ManagementSUMMARY:The Associate Buyer is a key member of the team tasked with elevating one of our iconic brands at TR Retail LLC and successfully growing its business in our retail and ecommerce stores. The role works closely with the Brand Director, Product Merchandising, and Marketing to inform how the buy is built and executed at retail. With support from the Director of Merchandising and Inventory Lifecycle Management (the Director), the Associate Buyer will formulate and execute buying and assortment strategies to maximize sales, net profit, and store performance for the assigned categories. The Associate Buyer is responsible for the overall health of inventory, maintaining proper stock levels and assortments through detailed analysis for the retail and online stores. This role will reallocate and replenish merchandise between warehouse and stores based on sales and stock levels, to optimize sales opportunities with the pursuit of getting the right products to the right place at the right time. This role is also responsible for providing necessary analysis and reports to the Senior Retail team to aid decisions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Buying<ul><li>Own end to end merchandising and buying strategies, identify and seek opportunities to positively affect company&rsquo;s overall point of view and financial outcome.</li><li>Review seasonal collections, strategize investments based on OTB, sales analysis, trend projection, and historical performance for their assigned brand and/or category.</li><li>Build, evaluate and revise sales plans at category and collection level.</li><li>Develop monthly allocation and product launch plans in collaboration with Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and Store Operations, in accordance with marketing and promotion strategies.</li><li>Identify new business opportunities through sales analysis, retail feedback and competitive research.</li><li>Maintain margin by managing seasonal markdowns and eventual RTV strategy.</li><li>Ensure all steps of data entry and POs for new collections are accurately entered in the system</li><li>Attend merchandising, marketing, and product related meetings for the assigned brand and/or category</li><li>Partner with the Director to formulate and execute assortment plans for seasonal buys, strategize investments based on OTB, sales analysis, trend projection, and historical performance</li></ul>Inventory Management and Replenishment<ul><li>Consistently monitor sales and stock for all stores, analyze and execute replenishments, transfers, and consolidations accordingly to provide optimal size integrity, maximize sales opportunity, and minimize leftover stock.</li><li>Review weekly replenishment/ transfer recommendations made by Retail Support Team and make necessary adjustments</li><li>Validate all replenishment POs written by Retail Support Team and send to Corporate Customer Service</li><li>Analyze stock performance and recommend merchandise for markdown and eventual RTV</li><li>Execute markdowns and other price changes in retail system</li><li>Manage minimums for auto replenishable stock, review and adjust when necessary</li><li>Plan and communicate Monthly Delivery Calendar for retail and online stores to ensure merchandise are delivered promptly and according to marketing plans; coordinate and negotiate with Shipping Department to minimize impact on merchandise delays</li><li>Work with Store Managers, Retail Operations, Customer Service, and Shipping Departments to resolve shipping discrepancies</li><li>Review and process damage returns, record damage reasons and spot trends for possible defective items or production issues and communicate with the Director and the Corporate Merchandising Team</li><li>Manage all inventory adjustments and cycle counts</li><li>Recommend and perform other analyses and actions needed to maintain inventory health</li></ul>Business Intelligence<ul><li>Provide necessary reports and analytics to stores and corporate stakeholders</li><li>Have in depth understanding of retail, online, and business intelligence systems, be the &ldquo;go-to&rdquo; person for resolving issues and creating new report modules</li><li>Provide ad hoc reports as needed in a timely manner</li></ul>Retail and Online store support<ul><li>Communicate new product arrivals and business trends</li><li>Participate in store openings, closings and events as required</li><li>Attend weekly conference calls, store and manager meetings, and training sessions as required</li><li>Participate in weekly Online and Merchandising meetings and provide support as necessary</li><li>Attend monthly Online Target meetings to coordinate product launches in accordance with marketing plans</li><li>Work with Marketing to develop product knowledge materials for store teams</li><li>Lead bi-weekly product touch base with store managers, understand each store&rsquo;s sales trend and adjust strategies accordingly</li></ul>Other responsibilities<ul><li>Build strong working relationships across departments throughout corporate and in stores</li><li>Handle other duties as assigned by the Director</li></ul>Work Environment<ul><li>Adhere to company guidelines of dependability, including attendance requirements, professionalism, and conduct, as listed in the employee handbook</li></ul>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>College graduate or equivalent required</li><li>Minimum two years (2) of retail buying experience</li><li>Previous inventory control experience necessary</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Meticulous attention to detail and high analytical thinking</li><li>Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Ability to exercise strong judgment and decision-making</li><li>Expertise in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.)</li><li>Prior experience with point-of-sale systems preferred</li></ul>Mathematical Skills:<ul><li>Expertise in retail math is required</li><li>The ability to understand, navigate and create complex calculations and formulas is required</li></ul>Physical Demands:<ul><li>Ability to sit for long periods of time.</li><li>Ability to stand for 8+ hours or duration of scheduled shift</li><li>Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat and or twist</li><li>Ability to grasp, push, reach and manipulate objects with right/left hand(s).</li><li>Ability to bend at waist with some twisting</li><li>Reaching above or below shoulder level</li><li>Ability to occasionally climb ladders to store, receive and/or place materials and/or merchandise</li></ul>Employment at TR RETAIL, LLC is on an &ldquo;at will&rdquo; basis, which means that either the company or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason. Nothing in this document alters this &ldquo;at will&rdquo; agreement. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description based on the needs of the business.Job Type: Full-timePay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Inventory control: 1 year (Required)</li><li>Retail math: 1 year (Required)</li><li>Retail buying: 4 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Associate Buyer

<div>
 
 
 At Al Tayer Insignia, your career is more than a job &mdash; it&rsquo;s a journey into the heart of luxury retail. For over 40 years, we&rsquo;ve partnered with the world&rsquo;s most iconic brands, creating award-winning retail experiences across our boutiques, department stores, and leading online platforms. With stores and outlets across the GCC and a truly seamless omnichannel presence, we bring style, innovation, and heritage together. Here, you&rsquo;ll join a diverse, customer obsessed, passionate team that celebrates creativity, values individuality, and empowers you to grow. Join us on our journey, reimagining fashion and redefining the meaning of luxury in the region.
 
 
 At
 
 Bloomingdale&rsquo;s
 
 and
 
 Harvey Nichols
 
 , we set the benchmark for luxury fashion retail in the GCC. Our stores are home to the most coveted designer labels and contemporary brands, offering an unparalleled shopping experience for our discerning clientele. Join us and be part of shaping the future of luxury fashion.
 
 
 We are looking for a
 
 Junior Buyer
 
 to manage the
 
 Women&rsquo;s Casual &amp; Contemporary
 
 category. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about fashion trends, luxury brands, and creating assortments that inspire and delight customers.
 
 
 Work with globally recognized luxury and contemporary brands. Be part of a dynamic, trend-driven environment. Opportunities for career growth within a leading luxury retail group.
 
 
 &nbsp;
 
 
 Strategic Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Develops a detailed understanding of their department and the market trends for the category. Works closely with their Buyer/line manager to clearly define the product strategy and operates in collaboration with the principal brand(s) to execute this via the right assortment.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Takes on board store team and customer feedback in order to range build the assortment for their particular category.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Regularly presents and updates VP buying/Head of buying along with the Buyer with performance insights and analysis. Reacts quickly to feedback and requests from senior management.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Functional Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Research and sourcing, industry trends and approaches new brands or products areas to include within the portfolio.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Maintain regular communication with suppliers as applicable. Assist with the efficient ordering delivery and payment of merchandise to reduce the likelihood of queries and problems.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 To assist the Buyer to research and select from home and abroad, the best quality merchandise suppliers have to offer at the best price to maximize sales and profit margins. In conjunction with the Buyer to control the selection of merchandise for the Sales within the agreed markdown and to reach the agreed stock level.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Place re-orders as applicable in consultation with buyers and communicate relevant information to all relevant parties in planning and supply chain.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Maintain accurate database of vendor agreements and forward completed vendor agreements to Merchandise Planning.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Consolidate buying feedback reports and provide buyers with reports and recommendations per brand
 
 portfolio
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 People Management Roles and Responsibilities:&nbsp;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Assumes responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Works with people to establish explicit performance standards. Is completely on top of what is going on and knows where things stand. Provides balanced
 
 feedback at the most critical times.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Proactively develops relationships with a wide variety of people. Builds immediate rapport, even when facing difficult or tense situations. Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts in an effective manner. Engages input from others constantly and listens with empathy and concern. Readily distinguishes between what&rsquo;s relevant and what&rsquo;s unimportant to make sense of complex situations. Looks beyond the obvious and doesn&rsquo;t stop at the first answers. Analyzes multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Delivers messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Articulates messages in a way that is broadly understandable. Adjusts communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Takes consistent action to develop new skills. Finds ways to apply strengths to new issues. Is aware of the skills needed to be successful in different situations and levels. Seeks assignments that stretch him/her beyond comfort zone.&nbsp;
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Decisively makes high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. Actively seeks input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. Skillfully separates opinions from facts. Is respected by others for displaying superior judgment.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Junior Buyer

Free People

<div>Role Summary:<div></div><div><div><div> 
Free People is looking for an Assistant Buyer who is responsible for assisting the buyer to create an exciting and timely product assortment for the retail and direct businesses that meet or exceed the sales volume and profit for the department.</div></div></div> 
<div></div>
Role Responsibilities:
<div><div><div>
ASSORTMENT EXECUTION:</div><ul><li>
The Assistant Buyer works with the Buyer to determine the overall mix of product for each buying area to ensure that the final mix is ultimately customer oriented and curated to achieve a set profit plan.</li><li>
Supporting the daily operations within designated buying area and developing partnerships with the buyer on all necessary tasks.</li><li>
Eagerness to contribute to product development heavy classes by collaborating with buyer and vendor partners</li><li>
Working with the buyer to learn to determine the overall mix of market and private label product for each buying area to ensure the final mix is ultimately customer oriented; Working with buyer to place buys with accuracy and in timely manner</li></ul><div>
ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:</div><ul><li>
Help to maintain accurate Buy Sheets by class/ month/ season. Ensuring all PO and style management systems + reporting are aligned and accurate.</li><li>
Entering, updating, managing, and organizing purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and quality product.</li><li>
Managing the flow of merchandise weekly and monthly by managing PO delivery timelines, dates of inventory flow, and weekly tracking.</li><li>
Setting up new vendors, and then helping to onboard them by send them routing guides, pre-ticketing information, etc.</li><li>
Prioritizing and reacting with a sense of urgency to the requests from both the merchant and cross functional teams</li><li>
Fundamental understanding of retail math; speaking to weekly and monthly business notes and reactions; seasonal vendor sales analysis.</li></ul><div>
COMMUNICATION/ CROSS FUNCTIONAL RELATIONS:</div><ul><li>
Vocalizing opinions proactively in cross functional or larger merchant meetings</li><li>
Developing cross functional relationships with market and internal partners</li><li>
Working with merchandizing and styling teams to ensure we&rsquo;re marking to big programs/ concepts, and the buy/ deliveries align with the merch cadence</li><li>
Assisting the buying team to proof digital, mailer and catalog copy.</li><li>
Ability to build and maintain productive partnerships and demonstrate strong listening, oral, and written communication skills</li><li>
Manage large magnitude of email streams across a diverse vendor database and in turn, be able to communicate and give updates to manager regarding vendor feedback.</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div> 
#LI-ME1</div>
Role Qualifications:
<ul><li>2-3 years experience in buying role from a larger scale brand or company</li><li>
Demonstrate an understanding of the Free People target customer and the ability to select the appropriate product/trend that will appeal to the customer and meet their expectations.</li><li>
Fundamental understanding of the statistical components of the business (IMU%, MD%, GM%, selloff, WOS, etc.) and the OTB.</li><li>
Exhibit a professional communication style (both verbal and written) as shown through strong presentation skills, excellent organizational skills and a high sense of urgency.</li><li>
The ability to prioritize tasks in order to balance the immediate and long term needs of the business with a high sense of urgency.</li><li>
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and the ability to learn new computer systems quickly and retain the information.</li></ul>
The Perks:
<div>
URBN offers comprehensive Perks &amp; Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits</div>
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Free People Assistant Buyer - Footwear

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 Deputy Buyer is to be responsible for all issues related to buying merchandise and coordinating with vendors for the designated departments. It involves working closely with vendors, maintaining positive relationships while negotiating specs, pricing, and deadlines.
 
 
 Key deliverables for the position are as following:
 
 
 
 
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 Keeping a track of Competitor&rsquo;s activities through market research activities to track understand trends, forecasting, in terms of color, fabric etc
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 To assist Deputy Buyer/Buyer in Product presentation, packaging and Product development and develop promotional plans
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 Review and adjust the season plans and weekly plans
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 Vendor identification and development
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 To work with Marketing and Design to develop Visual Merchandising promotions in line with theme and product launches
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 Ensures timely delivery of samples by vendors
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 Setting of standards for quality of merchandise with QA
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 Reconcile to store plans and fix departmental financial plans
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 To assist Buyer with budget and margin targets, fashion range planning and building
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 Maximizing current sourcing channels and identifying new opportunities
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 Supporting negotiations and working with supply base to ensure that best costs and margins are achieved
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 Working closely with Merchandising; management of stock, style options, quantities, promotions and markdowns.
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 To pursue and recover all money due from vendors as a result of performance penalties or markdown and promotional contributions.
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 To regularly update the front-end on key product benefits
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 Qualifications and Education Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Graduate/Diploma in design/apparel merchandising, NIFT (GMT/FD/Textile /KDT/D&amp;D), Pearl academy (IFTP)
 
 
 3-6 years of experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred competencies
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Technical skills: presentation skills, sound financial perspective, Effective communication and negotiating skills
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 Other Skills : Customer orientation, learning proficiency, planning and organizing, team player, influencing, problem solving, Innovative, In touch with current trends, styles, colors and also the taste of the Indian market.
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 Preferred Industry
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Textile/ Garment/ Retail / Export Houses
 
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