Buyer, Women's RTW; Temp

Our client, a well-known fashion brand, is searching for a temporary RTW Buyer to support their team in NYC during a MAT leave.

• Evaluate and monitor sales performance to adjust product offerings and seasonal replenishment strategies while incorporating feedback from retail leaders to boost sell-through performance
• Partner with the Planning team to manage financial forecasts, evaluate sales, and oversee seasonal inventory
• Attend the SS27 Buy Campaign and complete an optimal buy poised to deliver on regional targets (Sales & Sell Thru)
• Conduct visits to key stores and markets to perform analysis on market dynamics, competitor positioning, and evolving consumer behaviors to maintain a comprehensive understanding of market distinctions
• Develop product knowledge materials to support store teams including newsletters, cross-selling guides, key investment details, capsule and exclusives product info
• Prepare detailed reports highlighting sales trends, results, valuable feedback, product performance, inventory status and needs
• Collaborate with our Visual Merchandising Team to ensure product displays support seasonal investments, support look tracking for window setups

• 3-5+ years of WRTW buying experience, ideally in a luxury retail setting, with expertise in high volume buys. Experience with sizing orders and assorting collections conducive to wardrobing
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong understanding of merchandising metrics and retail math.
• Autonomous, self-starter, strong communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to travel up to 40%, including for 2-3 consecutive weeks
• Highly Proficient in Excel/Microsoft Suite, working knowledge of Power BI, Anaplan, SAP, Business Objects a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field

Please submit your resume for consideration