Williams-Sonoma, Inc. · 1 day ago
Assistant Buyer - Global
100 North Point, San Francisco, CA, 94133, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $65K/yr
1+ years expWilliams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. The Assistant Buyer will support the buyer in developing business strategies and assortment plans to maximize sales and profits, while collaborating with various teams to achieve business goals and timelines.
Retail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Partner with buying leadership to develop and deliver financial plans for your category of business (Growth %, Sales, MMU$, Inventory). Develop seasonal and foundational assortment strategies, participate in the planning and execution both pre-season and in season
Analyze and report on company owned business performance and drive associated action steps. Performed weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and annually
Perform market analysis, competitive shop and analyze sales trends to keep abreast of current trends. Obtain feedback from stores to improve product and add to collections
Identify emerging trends and develop business strategies outlining strengths, weaknesses, and new opportunities. Communicate annual and seasonal strategies to functional areas (Inventory, Ecommerce, Visual)
Develop and recommend seasonal and core product mix for department or area. Collaborate with Inventory Management to develop annual and seasonal financial plans
Collaborate with Inventory Management and buying leadership on final assortment, product details, target retails, estimated IMU, importance to overall assortment (rank & big bets
Participate in visual mapping process to ensure floor plan direction supports market-specific and store-specific visual display and sales plans
Manage the Australia Merchandising Assortment Line Lists
Drive retail store & eCommerce execution for the business in partnership with Visual, Store operations, eCommerce, and Inventory teams. Inclusive of upkeep of promotional calendar, creation of promotional files, store communication, and store signage needs
Alongside buying leadership develop promo and markdown strategies to ensure inventory targets and sales are met each season
Review EDM, Homepage creative and participate in monthly UAT activities
Correspond with functional areas. Resolves, handles, and escalates issues to Buyer, Call Center and Stores. Investigate and respond to field issues
Qualification
Required
BA degree
1-4 years of the retail buying experience
Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills
Deadline driven and strong project management skills
Ability to prioritize tasks appropriately
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 health
Company
Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marta Benson
CEO Pottery Barn Brands
Jeff Howie
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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