What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Buyer, Lighting - Rejuvenation position at Pottery Barn?
About the Merchandising Team
You will be part of the Rejuvenation Merchandising team, which builds an engaging, unique and functional assortment of home furnishings and décor. Our team considers all areas of the home, from the Living Room, to the Kitchen, to the Garden. We work cross-functionally with the Design, Sourcing, and Planning teams, as well as the Retail and Web channels to deliver small and large scale pieces for every style of home.
Overview of the Associate Buyer role
As an Associate Buyer, you will provide strategic and practical input for assigned category product offerings across sales channels for the entire product life-cycle. You will analyze sales reports, market performance, financial impacts, trends, and merchandising strategies to effectively direct cross-functional team for optimal support of merchandising strategies. You will be responsible for managing new and existing products to meet brand sales and profit goals, serving as a champion for the product line.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the seasonal and core product mix, constantly identifying emerging trends to develop business strategies which outline strengths, weaknesses, new opportunities and threats.
- Collaborate with Inventory Management to develop annual and seasonal financial plans; ensures financial plans are met.
- Conduct continual on-line and in-store market analysis.
- Perform on-going competitive analysis for assigned categories.
- Complete accurate, timely reporting and analysis of assigned categories.
- Manage vendor relationships including negotiations, reporting and marketing strategies; also sources new vendors.
- Provide final assortment plans with required product details to inventory partners for developing purchase projections and buy plans.
- Assist with determining assortment adjustments to maximize sales and margins.
- Ensure timely dissemination of product information and promotional strategies to Marketing, Product Information, and Store Operations teams.
- Manage timely development of collateral marketing materials, ensuring that marketing strategies and profitability align.
- Responsible for accurate catalog proofs, website, visual packets, and signage for assigned categories. Also does website testing as required.
- Work with cross functional partners to resolve and or escalate product issues; use product feedback to improve product; analyze returns reporting, and recommend solutions to reduce return rate.
- Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
- Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
Criteria
Our Culture & Values
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available :
Benefits
Continued Learning
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.
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