Assistant Buyer and Merchandiser

Eminent, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50%+ item discounts

Free weekly lunches

Company parties

Job summary

REVOLVE, a leading fashion retailer, is seeking an Assistant Buyer and Merchandiser in Los Angeles, CA. This full-time professional role supports operational buying and merchandising tasks within the Owned Brand division, focusing on reporting, data management, and cross-functional communication.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational and analytical skills, and a drive to learn.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Merchandising Management or similar field.
• 1+ year work experience in assistant/admin level position within Buying or Merchandising.
• Proficient in Gmail, Excel, Word and online navigation.
• Understanding of trends and key items.

Responsibilities

• Support Buyers in key functions and meetings including but not limited to sketch review and buy meetings.
• Support Buyers with creation of trend & merchandising decks, sales reporting & recaps, troubleshooting/investigation and preparation of key department functions.
• Email correspondences in a timely and communicative manner.
• Attending and participating in key meetings.
• Assist buyers with day to day administrative tasks.
• Build strong relationships with buyers, sales analysts, product developers and designers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Fashion/Merchandising degree

Tools

Gmail

Excel

Word

Online navigation

Job description

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Assistant Buyer and Merchandiser

Regular Full-Time Professional Los Angeles, CA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3458

Salary Range: $22.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE:

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE’s family of brands includes their luxury offering, FWRD and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE.

The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent, results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches and develop brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind.

At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE the leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discounts on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.

To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?

Main purpose of the Assistant Buyer & Merchandiser role:

This is a full-time role for a candidate who is driven by the operational and administrative aspect of buying and merchandising. This role is responsible for managing reporting tasks, data management and maintaining cross-functional communication, and processing a small portion of purchase order data. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong organizational and critical thinking skills, and demonstrates accountability from start to finish.

Major Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support Buyers in key functions and meetings including but not limited to sketch review and buy meetings.
• Support Buyers with creation of trend & merchandising decks, sales reporting & recaps, troubleshooting/investigation and preparation of key department functions.
• Email correspondences in a timely and communicative manner.
• Attending and participating in key meetings.
• Assist buyers with day to day administrative tasks.
• Build strong relationships with buyers, sales analysts, product developers and designers.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate logical thinking, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize while staying organized under tight deadlines and fast paced environment.
• High sense of urgency, punctuality and timeliness.
• Flexible personality willing to take direction and change as business needs change/grow.
• Must have a strong work ethic and motivation to learn.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, good judgment, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Works well individually, as well, with a team.
• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Merchandising Management or similar field.
• 1+ year work experience in assistant/admin level position within Buying or Merchandising department or similar field.
• Proficient in Gmail, Excel, Word and online navigation.
• Understanding of trends and key items.

A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.

A reasonable estimate of the current base hourly/salary range is $22.00 to $24.00.