Fashion Buyer

The Buyer is responsible for the overall merchandising direction of designated categories with the goal of meeting/exceeding sales, margin, and turn targets. This is accomplished by replenishing stock with new and unique items that support the customer experience and drive growth. They will support the Merchandising Department with all buying- related tasks such as maintaining positive vendor relations, managing purchase orders, monitoring inventory, and keeping track of market trends. The ideal candidate must be a good administrator, possess a strong sense of team, knowing that their efforts contribute to the success of the whole, and be prepared to put in the effort and hard work to make sure the merchandising and operations plans are implemented and executed.

Compensation: Salary

Hours: Vary depending on the needs of the business

Travel: within Nashville, TN and purchasing trips as required

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for product development and selection of merchandise supporting department strategy.
• Effectively manage inventory and identify risks in assortment, by compiling reports on product performance and statistics.
• Review markdown candidates and make suggestions on additions/deletions.
• Support in replenishment buying, including communications, planning, and executing.
• Support Merchandising department to ensure timely and accurate receipt of goods from vendor, including inputting and tracking PO’s.
• Support in research of product trends and vendors.
• Support in vendor communications.
• Support in promotion planning as directed by manager.
• Maintain accurate records of vendor contact information, PO entry, order tracking, and returns/damages.
• Support in planning assortment and communication to appropriate channels, including maintaining and keeping current the assortment sheets.
• Supports initiatives to develop and maintain best practices to constantly improve efficacy and efficiency of the merchandising organization.
• Partner with Marketing Team to achieve strategic business objectives.
• Product quality inspection and approval upon receipt.

Critical Competencies & Behaviors Required for this Role:

Core Values: Leadership Behaviors:

• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Action Oriented Ensures
• Accountability
• Communicates Effectively
• Situational Adaptability
• Manages Ambiguity
• Trustworthy

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented.
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Working knowledge of retail POS systems, spreadsheets, and MS Office.
• Ability to travel.
• Bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, twisting.
• Flexible and open availability.

Experience and Education:

• 3 years in a similar roll, especially multiple boutique purchasing
• Degree in fashion, business, or related field preferred
• Boutique experience – 2 years

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person