Buyer , Zappos Merchandising

Lensa; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, through its partnership with Amazon, is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Merchandising team in New York. The candidate will manage a portfolio of brands, facilitating optimal customer experience through effective product management, trend analysis, and supplier partnerships. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills, previous Buying experience, and a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Buying, Planning or related Merchandising roles.
• 3+ years Excel experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of brands through product ordering and stock analysis.
• Conduct thorough research to identify trends and customer needs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to maintain key item availability.

Skills

Data analysis

Customer mindset

Market research

Trend identification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Description

Zappos is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our Merchandising team. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of brands through the ordering of new products and analyzing/managing stock levels. You are the business owner for the brands in your category and will engage directly with internal partners to effectively optimize assortments and execute department wide initiatives.

Key job responsibilities

• Identify trends by conducting thorough research and a customer mindset.
• Partner with suppliers in order to have a consistent in stock rate of key items at the right time for customer demand
• Understands the input levers to drive improved customer experience for assigned category
• Integrates key metrics with broader business metrics to deliver optimal customer experience
• Understands organizational structure and company priorities. Champions ideas across the team and is seen as a resource and expert within areas of responsibility.
• Takes a forward-thinking, holistic, and data driven approach to maximize profitability; over communicates with stakeholders on strategies.
• Understands how to gather and analyze internal and competitor merchandise data --Possesses knowledge of ABC categorization and analysis
• Understands the needs and wants of the different consumer demographics, product segmentation, key selling weeks, and seasonal demand.
  
  

A day in the life

In this role the ideal candidate will be a forward thinker, always anticipating possible future product offerings by conducting thorough research about what customers are looking for next and the fashion trends that are coming up.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years in Buying, Planning or other related Merchandising roles.
• 3+ years Excel experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Excel to manipulate and analyze large sets of data
  
  

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $66,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $141,100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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