Assistant buyer, Wall Decor - Pottery Barn
Pottery Barn, a part of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., is a leading specialty retailer of high-quality home products. The Assistant Buyer will support the Buyer in managing a category by maintaining data integrity, assisting with seasonal needs, and collaborating with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced retail environment.
Responsibilities
- Setup and maintain all SKUs
- Responsible for made-to-order, visual line and merchandise list
- Communicate as needed with the Merchandise team in regards to project and sample status, costing/SKU worksheets
- Responsible for assisting in sample management – communicating and partnering with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positions
- Enter and maintain all price and cost changes for DTC and Retail, working closely with inventory partners and sourcing teams
- Partner with the Buyer and Visual teams to plan seasonal retail floor sets
- Prepare reporting and assist the Buyer with business opportunities
- Take on general administrative duties as needed
Skills
- BA degree
- 1-2 years of retail buying experience
- Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills
- Deadline-driven and strong project management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently across multiple projects
- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal (strong business acumen)
- Familiar and comfortable with pulling sales reports and strong ability to analyze business metrics
- Detail-oriented – takes the appropriate time to complete tasks and reviews work to ensure accuracy
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) required to create pivot tables and experience with advanced formulas such as VLOOKUPS
Benefits
- A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
- A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
- Tax-free commuter benefits
- A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
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