Buying Assistant

Assistant Buyer Role

Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE:

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE's family of brands includes their luxury offering, FWRD and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE.

The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE's data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent, results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches and develop brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind.

At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE the leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, 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.

Main Purpose of the Assistant Buyer Role

This is a full-time role for a candidate who is driven by the buying and merchandising aspect of the apparel process. This position will assist the Buyers with day to day buying tasks. The person in this role will bring drive and passion for following trends and understanding analytics. This position requires an out of the box thinker with exceptional organization and critical thinking skills that will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Major Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support Buyers in key functions and meetings including but not limited to sketch review and buy meetings.
• Responsible for running various reports, reorder management, product templates.
• Support buyers with creation of trend & merchandising decks, sales reporting & recaps, troubleshooting/investigation and preparation of key department functions.
• Email correspondences in a timely and communicative manner.
• Attending and participating in key meetings.
• Assist buyers with day to day administrative tasks.
• Build strong relationships with buyers, sales analysts, product developers and designers.

Required Competencies

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

• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate logical thinking, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize while staying organized under tight deadlines and fast paced environment.
• High sense of urgency, punctuality and timeliness.
• Flexible personality willing to take direction and change as business needs change/grow.
• Must have a strong work ethic and motivation to learn.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, good judgment, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Works well individually, as well as, with a team.
• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Merchandising Management or similar field.
• 1+ year work experience in assistant/admin level position within Buying or Merchandising department or similar field.
• Proficient in Gmail, Excel, Word and online navigation.
• Understanding of trends and key items.

A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.

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 $22.00-$23.00 per hour.

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