Assistant buyer, Wall Decor
About the position You will report to a Buyer and share ownership of a category. You will assist in daily/seasonal tasks to help drive the business. As the Assistant Buyer, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity, supporting the Buyer on seasonal needs, and working closely with a cross-functional team. In this role you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced retail environment while working with a highly collaborative team.
Responsibilities
- Setup and maintain all SKUs
- Responsible for made-to-order, visual line and merchandise list
- Communicate as needed with the Merchandise team
in regards to project and sample status, costing/SKU worksheets
- Responsible for assisting in sample management – communicating and partnering
with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positions
- Enter and maintain all price and cost changes for DTC and Retail, working
closely with inventory partners and sourcing teams
- Partner with the Buyer and Visual teams to plan seasonal retail floor sets
- Prepare reporting and assist the Buyer with business opportunities
- Take on general administrative duties
as needed
Requirements
- BA degree
- 1-2 years of retail buying experience
- Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills
- Deadline-driven and strong project management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently across multiple projects
- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal (strong business
acumen)
- Familiar and comfortable with pulling sales reports and strong ability to
analyze business metrics
- Detail-oriented – takes the appropriate time to complete tasks and reviews
work to ensure accuracy
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) required to create
pivot tables and experience with advanced formulas such as VLOOKUPS
Benefits
- A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
- A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic
partner benefits
- Tax-free commuter benefits
- A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional
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