Assistant Buyer - North America

Dolce & Gabbana S.r.l.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

401(k) plan

FSA plans

Job summary

Dolce & Gabbana in North America is seeking an AssistantBuyer to support development, selection, and in-season management of assortments across the region. The role blends merchandising and buying responsibilities to ensure product selection reflects brand identity and commercial objectives.

The AssistantBuyer collaborates with Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Retail, Wholesale, and HQ teams to support seasonal buys and day-to-day performance, while tracking KPIs and market trends.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years in merchandising/buying/planning.
• Strong analytical ability with proficiency in Excel and merchandising systems.
• Solid understanding of product lifecycle and retail KPIs.
• Excellent communication and partnership skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in seasonal buying sessions selecting styles and assortments.
• Assist with buy tools, order entry, line sheets, and assortment recaps.
• Provide regional insights from trends and store feedback.
• Monitor weekly performance including sales, margin, sell-through.
• Track deliveries and stock levels with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Merchandising

Buying

Excel proficiency

Tools

Excel

Merchandising systems

Planning systems

Job description

Dolce & Gabbana represents excellence rooted in its “Made in Italy” heritage. Every creation reflects the Brand’s commitment to craftsmanship, fatto a mano, innovation and quality. Guided by a strong dedication to sustainability, the Brand adopts certified materials and responsible practices, ensuring that contemporary luxury is created with respect for future generations.

ROLE

Dolce & Gabbana offers an exciting opportunity for an AssistantBuyer to support the development, selection, and in‑season management of assortments across North America. This role blends merchandising and buying responsibilities, ensuring that product assortments reflect brand identity, regional needs, and commercial objectives.

The AssistantBuyer partners with Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Retail, Wholesale, and HQ cross‑functional teams to support both seasonal buy moments and day‑to‑day product performance.

MISSION

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to)

Seasonal Buying & Assortment Coordination

• Participate in seasonal buying sessions, supporting the selection of styles, quantities, and assortments.
• Assist with buy tools, order entry, line sheets, and assortment recaps.
• Provide regional insights based on client trends, store feedback, and historical performance.
• Ensure accurate product and pricing information across all buying documents.
• Monitor weekly product performance including sales, margin, and sell‑through.
• Recommend reorders, replenishment needs, transfers, or consolidations based on performance and stock levels.
• Track deliveries, delays, and product availability in coordination with Allocation and Supply Chain.

Merchandising Support & Store Partnership

• Serve as a point of contact for stores regarding product knowledge, assortment priorities, and in‑season direction.
• Assist with product storytelling, training resources, and selling strategies for key categories.
• Manage sample needs for meetings, trainings, photoshoots, and events.

Market & Trend Research

• Track fashion trends, competitive assortments, and client preferences to inform seasonal buys and in‑season decisions.
• Share insights with cross‑functional teams to support product strategy and regional relevance.

Reporting & Business Analysis

• Prepare weekly and monthly performance recaps highlighting category wins, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze KPIs such as sales, sell‑through, weeks of supply, and inventory health.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Retail Operations, Wholesale, Marketing, and HQ teams.
• Support buying meetings, collection reviews, and product approvals.
• Ensure alignment across teams on product priorities, timing, and strategy.

PROFILE

• 2-3+ years of experience in Merchandising, Buying, or Planning within luxury or premium fashion.
• Strong analytical ability with proficiency in Excel and familiarity with merchandising/buying systems.
• Solid understanding of product lifecycle, retail KPIs, and fashion trends.
• Excellent communication and partnership skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial objectives.

A career at Dolce & Gabbana offers the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by creativity, craftsmanship and responsibility. Together, we continue to shape timeless fashion, while advancing the Brand’s vision of sustainable luxury.

The salary rate for this role ranges from $55,000 – $65,000 and eligible for variable commission. Additionally, we offer the opportunity to take part in our comprehensive benefits program which includes: medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurances, 401(k) plan, FSA plans, and more. The total compensation amount for a candidate is based on factors including educational background, professional experience, and industry knowledge.

Dolce & Gabbana is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.