Assistant Buyer, Jewelry + Watches

THE ROLE: Assistant Buyer, Jewelry + Watches

As an Assistant Buyer, you’ll be responsible for supporting the Buyer by providing key market trends and maintain relationships with vendors. This role will survey the competitive retail landscape and use their findings to make informed suggestions concerning pricing and merchandise assortment. 

We are looking for candidates who are analytical, collaborative, and curious, who can form productive relationships with cross functional partners as well as key vendors. These skills will greatly assist in the procurement process of merchandise.

 What You’ll Do…

• Analyze sales trends, inventory, and margin to achieve KPIs (key performance indicators)
• Research competitive landscape and conduct market research to bring market trends to life on our sites
• Foster relationships with vendors to maintain our position as an established off-price channel for the most recognized brands
• Mentor Merchandise Assistants to ensure proper and timely completion of work assignments
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to ensure our sites continue to surprise and delight our members
• Curate boutiques based on current trends and inventory levels to achieve KPIs (key performance indicators)

About You:

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness, and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow, and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.

• 1-3 years’ experience in merchandising or retail environment
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel: VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and Formulas)
• Experience with Merchandise software tools 
• Ability to adapt well to changes in direction and priorities in a fast paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Embody our values, especially collaborative and kind!
• Passionate about Merchandising, e-commerce, and all things fashion! (Place vs years exp)

Base Salary Range: $56,000 - $60,000

Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including prior experience, skills and expertise, location, and internal equity. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, equity, 401(k) match, and a variety of benefits. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

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