Buyer - Active Segment

Meet REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand, and a go-to online source for discovery and inspiration, we deliver an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering totaling over 45,000 apparel, footwear, accessories, and beauty styles. Our dynamic platform connects a deeply engaged community of millions of consumers, thousands of global fashion influencers, and more than 500 emerging, established, and owned brands. Through 16 years of continued investment in technology, data analytics, and innovative marketing and merchandising strategies, we have built a powerful platform and brand that we believe is connecting with the next generation of consumers and is redefining fashion retail for the 21st century. For more information, please visit www.revolve.com.

At REVOLVE, the most successful team members have a thirst and the creativity to make this the top e-commerce brand in the world. With a team of 1,000+ based out of Cerritos, California, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It's our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren't in a typical benefit package like hefty discounts on items we carry - as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties. To take a behind-the-scenes look at the REVOLVE "corporate" lifestyle, check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for premium apparel?

Buyer Role:

To ensure top priority trends and elements are optimally represented in the overall assortment for the site, we are looking for a knowledgeable Buyer in women's footwear brands, as well as current trends. Responsibilities include:

• Assortment selection consisting of planning, customer needs, trends, competitors, and merchandising with minimal supervision
• Understanding and studying sales history and inventory levels to evaluate what product is needed
• Overseeing all aspects of re-cuts, re-orders, and re-colors
• Ability to follow calendar and key deadlines with minimal supervision
• Managing brand budget and category/skus with minimal supervision (with Macro budget in mind)
• Identifying opportunities and risk in-season through analyzing sales performance
• Training, managing, and supporting a Buying Assistant
• Ability to balance multiple brands while thinking strategically with strong attention to detail
• Reviews sales results to strategize timely mark-downs and slow seller RA's
• Managing buys, POs, and order approvals in collaboration with upper management and analyst

Required Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ability to balance multiple brands and initiatives
• Ability to effectively negotiate with vendors on RA's, sell through guarantees, and trade discounts
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills, good judgment, creativity, and organization
• Able to develop strong, synergistic relationships with a range of teams and personnel
• Strong understanding and interest of industry trends
• Proficient in Email (preferably Gmail), Microsoft Office

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience as a Buyer is required
• Strong knowledge of and the ability to apply retail math concepts, including markup, margin, planning, open to buy, and inventory productivity measures
• Proficient in Email (preferably Gmail), Microsoft Office
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion or Business preferred
• 3-5 years of women's Buying experience, preferably within the active space

Salary Range:

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Revolve includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience, and training, licensure, and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the current salary rate is $80,000- $85,000 per year.

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