Ecommerce Buyer

iRiS Recruiting Solutions; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for growth

Collaborative culture

Influence on digital strategy

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Director of Ecommerce Merchandising / Senior Buyer to shape the online assortment strategy. This role emphasizes driving sales and optimizing inventory through collaboration with various teams. Candidates should have 3–6 years of experience in buying or merchandising, ideally in an ecommerce environment. The position requires strong analytical skills, negotiation abilities, and a deep understanding of ecommerce metrics. This role offers opportunities for influence and growth in a dynamic team culture.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience preferably in ecommerce or omnichannel retail.
• Proven ability to manage inventory and promotional strategies.
• Strong proficiency in Excel with analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end buying for assigned ecommerce categories.
• Develop online-exclusive assortments aligned with brand strategy.
• Analyze onsite performance metrics to improve category results.

Skills

Buying or merchandising experience

Understanding of ecommerce metrics

Advanced analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, or Marketing

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Ecommerce platforms

Job description

Director of Ecommerce Merchandising / Senior Buyer

Position Summary

The Ecommerce Buyer is responsible for developing and executing the online assortment strategy to drive sales, margin, and inventory productivity across the ecommerce channel. This role partners closely with merchandising, planning, marketing, and supply chain teams to curate compelling assortments, optimize inventory, and ensure a seamless and profitable customer experience online.

Key Responsibilities

Assortment Strategy & Buying

• Own end-to-end buying for assigned ecommerce categories, including assortment planning, vendor selection, and purchase order execution.
• Develop online-exclusive and channel-optimized assortments aligned with brand strategy and customer insights.
• Identify trends, customer demand, and competitive opportunities to inform buying decisions.
• Partner with vendors to negotiate cost, terms, exclusives, and promotional support.
• Manage sales, margin, and inventory KPIs, including sell-through, turns, and markdown performance.
• Partner with Inventory Planning to forecast demand and manage inventory flow to support ecommerce fulfillment.
• Execute markdown and promotional strategies to maximize profitability and inventory productivity.
• Monitor performance daily and react quickly to trends, risks, and opportunities.

Ecommerce Optimization

• Collaborate with Ecommerce Merchandising to ensure optimal product presentation, pricing, and promotional execution.
• Support site strategies including new product launches, seasonal refreshes, and category updates.
• Analyze onsite performance metrics (conversion, AOV, traffic) to improve category results.
• Partner with Marketing on featured product placement, campaigns, and events.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Planning, Marketing, Supply Chain, Creative, and Technology teams to deliver a best-in-class online experience.
• Partner with stores and omnichannel teams to support integrated inventory and fulfillment strategies.
• Communicate category performance, risks, and opportunities to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 3–6 years of buying or merchandising experience, preferably in ecommerce or omnichannel retail.
• Strong understanding of ecommerce metrics, digital merchandising, and customer behavior.
• Proven ability to manage inventory, margin, and promotional strategies in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced analytical skills with strong proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP, OMS, or ecommerce platforms preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results driven.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in [apparel / home / beauty / specialty retail].
• Experience with online-only assortments or marketplace buying.
• Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics).
• Trend and market analysis
• Inventory and margin optimization
• Strategic thinking
• Collaboration and influence

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing ecommerce organization with strong brand momentum.
• Opportunity to influence digital assortment strategy and customer experience.
• Collaborative culture with room for growth and development.