Buyer

The Buyer, Ecommerce has the responsibility for driving the website business growth for our comfort brands, and managing the overall sales forecasting, inventory management and buying decisions.This role is responsible for generating seasonal merchandise plans, assortment strategies, and strategies to maximize and grow the business.This position will report to the Vice President of Ecommerce Merchandising and based in our New York City office; 3 days in office, 2 days work from home.RESPONSIBILITIES:Partner with the DMM of Ecommerce to manage the success of the website through developing and driving seasonal business strategies that exceed financial goals within OTB parametersDevelop, manage, and continually analyze a financial plan (profitability margins, mark-up and receipt flow) to exceed sales goals in line with corporate strategies and KPIsManage the buying process, including building assortments based on historical and current product performance, analyzing business and managing inventory flowIdentify key opportunities to maximize sales and drive the process to meet financial objectivesKnowledgeable about the global customer, market and competitive landscapeReview and analyze business weekly, monthly, seasonally, developing appropriate initiativesArticulate seasonal strategies and key product messages to Digital communication partners (Marketing, PR, etc...)Study and report on competitors pricing, product, and merchandising presentation strategiesKeep all cross-functional teams informed on performance, industry trends, new inventory and brand positioningManage and develop Merchandising AssistantDevelop partnerships with VP of Ecommerce and team to ensure the specific needs of the site are metQUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS6-8 years of relevant experience in e-commerce buying officeStrong sense of fashion, analytical skills and knowledge of retail mathProficient in Advanced Microsoft Excel and knowledgeable in Microsoft Word and PowerPointProcess a comprehensive understanding of the marketplace and the competitionAbility to lead and influence in a fast-paced retail environment, be customer-focused, work in a team and build relationships4-year degree requiredBenefits Include:Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision offerings401k Plan with company match15+ Paid Holidays3pm Fridays1pm Summer Fridays15 PTO daysCompany paid life insurance at 2x salaryEmployee DiscountCommuter & Medical/Dependent Flex Spending BenefitsPet InsuranceSalary range $100,000-$130,000Recruiters need not inquire.Company Overview:Established in 2005, Marc Fisher Footwear company is a leading full-service, product-driven fashion footwear company with knowledge and expertise in design, sales, sourcing, distribution and marketing - all with dedicated and strategic direction for each brand within the portfolio, which includes GUESS, G by Guess, Nine West, Tommy Hilfiger, Earth, Calvin Klein, Kenneth Cole Men's, Hunter Boots, Rockport, Bandolino, indigo rd., Unisa, and Easy Spirit along with the namesake brands - Marc Fisher and Marc Fisher LTD.Our diverse portfolio of globally recognized brands - available domestically and internationally via wholesale and retail channels - consistently meets the widest range of consumers' fashion footwear needs, from classic to contemporary, sport to dress, men's to women's. Headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, with showrooms in New York City, Marc Fisher Footwear is sold worldwide through department stores, specialty stores and e-commerce channels.Marc Fisher Footwear is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Created: 2025-01-15