What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Buyer position at ShopBop?
- 3-4 years in similar industry-specific environment. Specific category experience not required, but some experience in category management is needed.
Highly proficient in all computer skills including MS word, excel and PP.
Job summary
Shopbop.com is seeking an Assistant Buyer to provide operational and buying support for the women's accessories area, helping to grow and maintain relationships with key vendors and drive business goals. The successful candidate will have a keen sense of fashion and trends, be self-starting, flexible, highly organized, results-oriented, and reliable. They will have excellent analytical skills and have strong computer skills. They must have the proven ability to work well under pressure in a demanding environment where teamwork is key. They will also be career-oriented with a strong desire to take on increasing levels of responsibility.
Responsibilities: • Assist in managing the women's denim business under supervision of the buyer • Provide administrative and operational support including assortment planning, purchase order management, open to buys, and vendor profitability • Create and analyze selling reports, execute reorders and assess potential liabilities with high level of accuracy • Drive in season buying strategy, including product selection and key item development with assistance of buyer • Maintain vendor relationships by responding quickly and accurately to questions, and help the buyer to negotiate terms, RTV/swaps and additional discounts • Monitor site daily to ensure products are properly represented • Attend trade shows and appointments • Assist Buyer in identifying key trends and finding new lines
• A work ethic based on a strong desire to exceed expectations • Strong internal customer focus and attention to detail • Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines • General interest in the business of fashion Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us. Workers in New York City who perform in-person work or interact with the public in the course of business must show proof they have been fully vaccinated against COVID or request and receive approval for a reasonable accommodation, including medical or religious accommodation.
