Sr Assistant Buyer

QVC, Inc.; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Sr. Assistant Buyer in the Apparel office at QVC, you will play a key role in supporting buying strategies for prominent fashion labels. You'll develop essential skills in negotiation and vendor relationships while contributing to innovative product offerings and marketing strategies in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health care from day one

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of buying experience as a merchant.
• Strong data skills to support storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Assist with multi-platform plans for sales and inventory goals.
• Curate unique products and develop storytelling for customers.
• Establish and educate vendors on buying practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

Persuasion

Job description

The Sr Assistant Buyer position is a development role within our Buying career path that supports the buying office with executing products through the pipeline. You will learn and master daily office functions including, but not limited to, item creation, purchase order creation, quality assurance processes, and inventory management.

The Sr Assistant Buyer will learn the vision of the Buyer. A successful assistant buyer will learn to analyze business results and select products based on relevant trends and existing inventory. The role involves developing negotiation skills and building relationships with cross-functional departments. The Sr Assistant Buyer will become versed in vendor relationships and gain exposure to vendor negotiations. A strong sense of urgency, the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and curiosity to learn are essential.

Who We Are

As a Sr. Assistant Buyer in the Apparel office, you will support the largest private label brand at QVC, Denim & Co., and designer label Isaac Mizrahi LIVE. This role plays an integral part in internal design, sourcing, and merchandising strategies. We are seeking a positive, hardworking team member to contribute to our success.

This role also supports our Countries department, interacting with Irish vendors during key events like St Patrick's Day and Rose of Tralee. As one of the largest importers of Irish-made goods in the U.S., this role has a global impact.

Your Impact

• Assist with multi-platform plans to deliver sales, productivity, gross margin, achievement rates, and inventory goals.
• Curate unique products and develop storytelling to highlight features and customer benefits.
• Build connections with internal partners to achieve buying objectives.
• Establish and educate vendors on buying practices and needs.

What You Bring

• At least 2 years of buying experience as a merchant.
• Strong data skills to support storytelling and draw relevant conclusions.
• Good negotiation and persuasion skills across all organizational levels.

If you enjoy teamwork, creating experiences, and delighting customers, you’ll thrive here. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health care from day one, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Join us for a dynamic, inclusive environment with ambitious projects and fast-moving careers.

QVC Group is committed to inclusion and equal employment opportunities. For accommodations, contact us at [e-mail].

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About Us

Join Our Team!

QVC Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company with six retail brands, including QVC, HSN, and others. We redefine shopping through video-driven commerce across various screens, bringing innovative products and engaging content worldwide.

Our diverse team spans the U.S., U.K., Germany, Japan, Italy, Poland, and China, combining shopping and entertainment for discerning shoppers. Join us for a fun, fast-paced career with friendly teams and exciting projects!