Merchandise Buyer, International

Skechers; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers seeks an International Buyer to curate product assortments for Europe, and to manage inventory balance across retail stores and ecommerce platforms. This role collaborates with Product teams and Domestic Merchants to ensure a consistent global brand message and strong financial performance.

You will analyze trends, develop seasonal and multi-year plans, and lead lifecycle management from purchase to stock liquidation, using advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of buying experience with a medium to large apparel retailer.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or Fashion-related field.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales and profitability targets through balanced assortments and global initiatives.
• Develop and implement optimal product assortments across multi-channel stores and ecommerce.
• Collaborate with Planning to analyze historical data and trends.
• Formulate merchandise plans and multi-year strategies.
• Oversee product lifecycle from purchasing to end-of-season stock.
• Demonstrate advanced analytical capabilities and Excel proficiency.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Global mindset

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Fashion

Tools

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The International Buyer is responsible for strategic merchandise selection and inventory management across European retail stores and ecommerce platforms. This role entails curating optimal product assortments, evaluating existing styles, and maintaining a balanced inventory flow for the international market. The buyer collaborates with Company Product teams and Domestic Merchants to ensure a consistent global brand message throughout product assortments. Utilizing strong analytical skills, the buyer evaluates business performance and develops strategies to achieve financial objectives. The position requires proactive management of company financial targets and “open to buy” by considering factors such as customer demand, market trends, product availability, inventory flow, and pricing strategies. This role works closely with Planning, Allocations, Production, Ecommerce, Visual Merchandising, Marketing, and Store Operations teams.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Achieve sales and profitability targets through consistent review and refinement of product lines, ensuring a balanced assortment that aligns with global key initiatives and local market needs.
• Develop and implement optimal product assortments across multi-channel retail stores (including Concept and Outlet) and ecommerce platforms, supporting overall category and brand vision.
• Collaborate with Planning to analyze historical sales data and current trends, anticipating future assortment needs.
• Formulate accurate merchandise plans and define seasonal, annual, and multi-year strategies to identify and capitalize on future opportunities.
• Oversee product lifecycle management from purchasing to launch to end-of-season stock liquidation.
• Demonstrate advanced analytical capabilities and proficiency in Excel.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Strong aptitude for numerical analysis and comprehensive understanding of retail mathematics.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate persuasively and responsibly across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellence in team environments, building and nurturing strong interpersonal relationships.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and drive for success.
• Global mindset and cultural awareness.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions, etc.).
• Adaptability and aptitude for learning new operating systems.

REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• 3+ years of buying experience with a medium to large apparel retailer with proven track record in direct retail and/or ecommerce.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or Fashion-related field.

The pay range for this position is $85,000-$110,000/yr USD.

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, developsand markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [e-mail]. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.