Senior Buyer

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Beverly Hills (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Generous parental leave

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K & 401K Match

Pet insurance

Subscription benefits

Donation matching program

Job summary

FabFitFun is seeking a Senior Buyer, Home to lead our home category for the seasonal box and e-commerce flash sales. You will develop premier partnerships, structure multi-brand deals, and drive assortment strategy aligned with profit targets.

With 7+ years in omni-channel retail buying, you will forecast sales, manage inventory, and mentor junior buyers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to stay ahead of home trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Communications or a related field.
• 7+ years buying/merchandising experience in an omni channel retail environment.
• Strong relationships in the home & lifestyle category and experience with 50+ active brand conversations.
• Confident negotiating costs and managing end-to-end order processes.
• Advanced Excel knowledge and retail math.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage top tier partnerships in the home category.
• Source and buy items for seasonal subscription box and flash sales.
• Structure deals to meet cost targets and gross margins.
• Forecast sales, margins and inventory with planning teams.
• Mentor junior buyers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Merchandising

Negotiation

Forecasting

Vendor relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

AI tools usage

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or related field

Tools

AI tools like Gemini

ChatGPT

Claude

Job description

# Senior BuyerBeverly Hills, CA 90212## OverviewSalary Range$110,000.00 - $125,000.00 Salary## DescriptionFabFitFun is seeking a Senior Buyer, Home to join our Merchandising team!Our Home Merchandising team is expanding. As we continue to evolve as a premiere Women's lifestyle membership, we are constantly pushing the needle to find the latest and greatest products for our 1M+ members. We are looking to grow our reach within the home vertical and seeking a Senior Buyer, Home to build out the category for our cult-favorite seasonal subscription box and corresponding e-Commerce flash sales. This person will be at the cutting edge of the latest home and lifestyle trends, products, and brands, with a proven track record of negotiating and finalizing complex deals.Location: This role is based out of our HQ in Beverly Hills, CA and is not eligible for remote. We are presently operating from a hybrid schedule of 4 days a week in-office (Monday-Thursday).What You’ll Do:* Develop and manage new and existing top tier partnerships in our home category* Source and buy items according to plan for our seasonal subscription box and corresponding e-Commerce flash sales while maintaining a well balanced assortment* Structure deals and lead negotiations with brand partners that meet cost targets and maintain gross margin profitability* Partner with category Director, Brand Partnerships to develop annual and seasonal strategies inclusive of the box and e-commerce sales* Work closely with Merchandising Planning partners to forecast sales, markdowns, margins and inventory to plan* Collaborate with Consumer Insights and Merchandising Strategy team to leverage trends and data to develop strategic vision for potential new brands and product assortments* Conduct competitive marketplace analysis to assess and create business opportunities* Work with Designer(s) and Production to manage the timeline on all product development* Mentor junior/associate-level buyer(s) and ensure that the team is being developed and meeting goals## QualificationsWhat You’ll Bring:* Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Communications or a related field* 7+ years buying/merchandising experience in an omni channel retail environment (Subscription or off price model preferred)* Strong rolodex with existing contacts and relationships in the home & lifestyle category* Experience managing 50+ active brand conversations at one time* Confident negotiating costs, managing an order from PO placement through transportation and on-time delivery* Ability to manage open-to-buy (OTB) and meet company financial goals* Adaptable to change and receptive to feedback and suggestions* Exposure overseeing and mentoring junior members of the team* Outstanding communication and presentation skills* Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with ability to meet deadlines* Ability to work independently as well as with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders* Advanced Excel knowledge/retail math* Demonstrated familiarity and working fluency with modern AI tools such as Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, and similar platforms* Ability to leverage AI tools to accelerate market research, assortment analysis, vendor communication drafting, and business insights* Experience using AI to synthesize data, generate summaries, and streamline workflow executionWhat You’ll Get! The Benefits & Perks of FabFitFun:* Unlimited PTO* Generous parental leave* Medical, Dental & Vision* 401K & 401K Match* Pet insurance available for any FFF furry friends* Complimentary annual FFF subscription with seasonal $25 credit for e-commerce flash sales* Donation matching program via BrightFunds, where the company matches up to $500 in charitable donations per employee annuallyCompensation This is a full-time position with an expected base salary range of $110K - $125K plus annual bonus eligibility. The compensation package will also include an initial equity grant, in addition to a range of generous medical, dental, vision and other perks & benefits. Compensation decisions are determined using a variety of job-related factors such as skill set, geographic location, market demands, experience, and education / certifications. If we extend an offer for employment, we will consider all individual qualifications.