Buyer

Job Summary Focus on consumer‑first merchandising in a fast‑paced retail environment. Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to deliver strong digital assortments. Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and progressive team culture. Team and Reporting Work within the North America Direct Digital organization. Partner with Buying, Consumer Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Site Merchandising, and Brand Marketing. Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and Insights/Analytics teams. Use quantitative and qualitative metrics on sales, inventory, and consumer behavior. Report to the Buying Director. What You Will Work On Build and execute seasonal digital assortments that meet consumer demand. Coordinate across genders and brands and manage product and collection interactions. Align assortment plans with market position and competitive landscape. Participate in seasonal buy reviews and in‑season trading to optimize results. Own 50% of the Women’s Sportswear Footwear business, including Classics and Solar. Maintain accurate, consumer‑right assortments using data, analytics, and market feedback. Translate strategy into action with clear plans and timelines. Who We Are Looking For Demonstrated retail competence and analytical strength. Consumer‑obsessed mindset with strong product affinity. Ability to lead and elevate team performance in a collaborative environment. Strong decision‑making, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills. Ability to manage multiple deliverables in a dynamic environment. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. 2–4 years of experience in footwear buying, merchandising, product creation, or retail in a vertical, multi‑brand, or digital environment. Experience with footwear, apparel, equipment, or related consumer products. Understanding of retail and digital KPIs, including sell‑through, turn, ASP, and UPT. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications Specific experience in footwear buying or merchandising. Knowledge of current trends for women, sport, and style leadership in the marketplace. Strong retail acumen and fashion trend awareness. Customer‑facing presentation experience. Responsibilities Bring seasonal assortments to life on digital platforms. Collaborate across teams to ensure plans meet strategy and demand. Use in‑season read‑and‑react to drive selling and inventory decisions. Influence partners through seasonal reviews and performance insights. Manage assigned categories to deliver sales, margin, and inventory targets. Role Logistics Role type: On‑site at WHQ with WFH Fridays. Coverage: Maternity leave assignment. Team: Core team of about eight, plus cross‑functional partners. Interview process: Two rounds, primarily behavioral, focused on past experience. Expectation: Candidates should be familiar with current site and store experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr