The purpose of this position is to provide expertise in consumer, customer and competitor intelligence. The position briefs market-specific requirements, selects the local line from the regional/global line and develops local assortments from the regional/global line.

Looks back at sales performance and market data and creates actionable insights that inform the brief
Interprets and applies consumer, customer and competitor intelligence in the brief creation
Understands local market to provide targeted consulting and to obtain additional competitive and consumer intelligence in order to better understand & react to the local marketplace
Creates the category brief with market-specific requirements
Provides competitive analysis, performance data, marketplace trends and seasonal requirements to inform the regional/global line architecture
Creates seasonal brief to include product assortment, suggested pricing strategies, product line volume & profit guidance, margin targets, growth opportunities, and transition plans
Influences global/regional Hub Merchant on market needs based on briefs
Builds local assortment off the regional/global lines that meet consumer and customer needs to drive profitability
Evaluates what is working effectively or not and adapts with the necessary changes
Fosters intra-regional learning and innovation
Drives brand equity through the identification of consumer/channel relevant product
Owns and manages P&L
Works with sales, demand planning and customer(s) to help insure regional financial targets are achieved
Works with accounts to understand productivity of product and ongoing needs
Monitors demand planning metrics
Consults with affiliates as necessary to resolve potential order and delivery issues
Monitors sell-in and sell-thru and provides timely updates and analyses
Manages inventory, open to buy and forecasting responsibilities
Leads and develops buyer merchant team
Ensures high level of employee engagement and achievement through fostering a winning culture
Collaborates with cross-functional partners to execute the brand vision with customer/accounts on-floor

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (7+ years combined college education and work experience may be substituted for a degree)
Minimum 5 years direct merchandising experience working at an apparel manufacturer or marketer
Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word & Excel)

Additional Qualifications

Experience analyzing, interpreting and applying selling/consumer data to product brief
Track record of building profitable assortment plans
Skill at cross-functional influence to drive profitability
Ability to communicate effectively through market brief
Experience working with accounts or retail stores to deliver profitable and relevant assortment

Job

Merchandising

Primary Location

California-San Francisco

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

See site to submit application

Posted by Stephanie Coronado

Monday, October 4, 2010

Hot Topic Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer - Hot Topic

Job Code : 2398

Division : HT-Merchandising

Location : City Of Industry CA US 91748

Job Type : Full Time

Career Level : Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education : Associate Degree

Category : Merchandising

Job Description :

The Assistant Buyer will partner with key business partners in recognizing current trends and developing corresponding initiatives to create and fulfill these demands. Develop and maintain close relationships with vendors and stores.

Achieves sales and margin objectives for seasonal buying plans.
Participates in defining and outlining organizational strengths and weaknesses, and determining external opportunities and threats.
Supports in the selection and purchase of product from vendor lines to augment planned assortments based on trend data.
Assists in developing market analyses to define and assess current trends.
Creates and manages Purchase Orders (POs) and worksheets.
Helps developing product for Apparel including sourcing and monitoring delivery of product and quality control.
Maintains assortment plans and continually assess market to identify and react to trends.
Corresponds with vendors; provides excellent service and attention.
Facilitates strong working relationship between corresponding merchandising teams and the field organization.
Maintains close relationships with Stores, Vendors, Distribution Center and Planning and Allocation team.
Regularly attends concerts and fashion events to remain keen on current trends – fashion, music, culture, and other innovations regarding music/fashion.

Job Requirements :

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
1 year progressive experience as an Assistant Buyer or Associate Buyer.
Knowledge on the contemporary junior market.
Strong analytical skills and quantitative abilities.
Solid working knowledge of MS Offices.
Strong communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and is a solid verbal and written communicator.
Inquisitiveness and open mind regarding teen music and fashion trends.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

To apply click on post title

Posted by Stephanie Coronado

Sunday, February 7, 2010

American Apparel Hosiery Department Assistant (Los Angeles)

ABOUT US
Located in Downtown Los Angeles, American Apparel is the largest vertically integrated clothing manufacturer and retailer in the United States. As an international brand, American Apparel manages all aspects of its business under one roof, which enables us to stay competitive, while avoiding exploitive labor tactics. It is this that also allows us to constantly discover new ways of doing business differently and to give back to those who keep our companys success blooming: our workforce. We take pride in being leaders of an industrial revolution.

At American Apparel, we believe that providing employees with decent working conditions in a technology-driven environment allows the company to attain the highest levels of efficiency. This structure of efficiency ensures American Apparel's competitive edge in the open global market. We are an equal opportunity employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION
American Apparel is looking for a Hosiery Department Assistant with superior organizational skills. This is an entry level position that offers training, if necessary. This individual should be detailed oriented, able to work independently, and be able to take initiative. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and eager to learn.

This is an hourly position. Compensation is based on previous work experience and salary history. Other duties of the position include but are not limited to those described below.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Assist with organization of all development samples
* Logging all Lab Dips per style and season
* Communicating with internal departments on as needed basis
* Following-up with samples with Vendors
* Assist with following-up and logging quality issues
* Maintaining a development calendar by style and season
* Submitting daily inspection reports on findings
* Pick-up and/or delivery of samples

REQUIREMENTS
* Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel
* Excellent communication , organizational and reporting skills
* Must have reliable transportation

PREFERED SKILLS

1 year experience in a high paced office setting

Available to start ASAP

BENEFITS
Besides offering some of the highest wages in the apparel industry, we offer the following benefits to all of our employees, sewers and administrators alike, as a matter of policy:

Personal time-off

Affordable healthcare for employees and their families

Company-subsidized lunches

Free on-site masseurs

Free parking and subsidized bus passes

Free health and safety education

The most up-to-date equipment

IMPORTANT

Check out www.americanapparel.net and www.americanapparelstore.com

You must have the required job skills

You must be authorized to work in United States for any employer

You must be able to attend an interview at our Downtown Los Angeles facility

You must be willing to work on-site at our Downtown Los Angeles facility: no contractors, no relocation offered

If available, provide links to your online resume or portfolio

Posted by Kris Iringan

Monday, November 16, 2009

Tilly's Administrative Assistant- Buying (Irvine, CA)

About the Job

SUMMARY:

An Administrative Assistant is an entry level position in
the Buying department. He or She is responsible for the administrative support
of the Buyer’s area of responsibility. The following is a brief description of
responsibilities to be performed by the Administrative Assistant. This position will not be limited to just
those responsibilities described below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Purchase
Order – Entry, faxing and follow through (revisions, tickets, samples,
etc)
Organization
– Files, Samples, and Photos
Data
Input – Reports, Purchase orders, Markdowns – ensure input is accurate and
executed in an efficient and timely manner.
Warehouse
Responsibilities – Verify new receipts and identify problems and
discrepancies. Follow QC processes.
Maintain
Positive Relationships – Internal and External (Vendors, Visuals, Planning
& Allocation and Marketing) Communicate in a professional manner and
respond with timeliness.

QUALIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job function successfully, an individual
must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are
representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE:

·
Knowledge of Excel, MS Word, and other MS Office
software

·
Able to effectively utilize basic office
equipment

·
College degree preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

·
Excellent interpersonal skills

·
Strong verbal and written communication

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

·
Ability to apply retail math concepts in
planning and management of business is preferred

REASONING ABILITY:

·
Ability to define problems, collect data,
establish facts and use basic problem solving skills

CERTIFICATES,
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

·
N/A

OTHER SKILLS and
ABILITIES:

·
Ability to remain flexible, re-prioritize, and
respond to changing demands

·
Able to effectively communicate with all levels
of staff and management

·
Independent, self-motivated team player

posted by Michelle Fong

Monday, November 2, 2009

Assistant Buyer, Pottery Barn Kids (CA)

Job Title:	Assistant Buyer, Pottery Barn Kids
Area of Interest:	Merchandising
City:	San Francisco 94111
State/Province:	California
Requirements:	BA/BS Required Previous experience in a retail buying office, or a related experience This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Job Description:	Assist Buyer with developing business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to maximize the development of the brand, sales and profits for a department or assigned area. Identify opportunities and recommend new product or concepts for department. Coordinates information across functions working closely with Design, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Production, Packaging and Creative Services to ensure the process is followed and timelines met. Handles visual signage (new, specials, markdowns). Coordinates production of in-store collateral and product information binders. Attends and participates in Design meetings. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Correspond with functional areas. Resolves, handles and escalates difficult issues to Buyer, Call Center and Stores. Summarize and communicate merchandising information for store newsletters and emails. Coordinate with Store Operation for disseminating information through appropriate channels. Provide Merchandise Coordinator with product information (facts, pricing) to create Product Information sheets. Assist the Buyer with developing the seasonal assortment plans (line lists) to define product requirements for Design. Assist Buyer and Inventory Management to provide Sourcing and Production Management with purchase quantities, delivery dates, flow and exit strategies for initial cost and production negotiations for new programs. Assist Buyer with providing Inventory Management with final assortment plans (line lists), product details, target retails, estimated IMU, importance to overall assortment (big bets) and floor plan location for developing purchase projections and buy plans. Update document and ensure accuracy. Investigate and respond to field issues. Coordinate communication strategies with Store Operations. Provide merchandising information for Store Newsletters. Visit stores and contact field management to gather information on product and issues. Analyze market (domestic). Provide observations of market to Buyer for market analyses. Identify and recommend new products or business opportunities. Make recommendations to assist Buyer with developing seasonal and core product mix for department or area. Participate in the development of annual and seasonal financial plans. Recommend catalog layouts to Buyer. Assist Buyer and Inventory Management with determining appropriate adjustments (markdowns, delivery changes and quantity changes) to the plan to maximize sales, profits, budget (OTB) and to protect the brand. Recommend contest ideas and coordinate awards and in-store collateral. Assist Buyer with providing information to Creative Services on in-store promotion strategies and placement of markdown goods. Handles escalated customer service issues. Provide SKU information to Merchandising Operations for input. May be responsible to manage and oversee small department or area. Visit Website to apply! Posted by: Jeanette

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Lord & Taylor Asst Buyer/Planner - NY

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Assistant Buyer/Planner - 765

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Lord & Taylor Assistant Buyer Position Ny, Ny

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