Assistant Buyer - Leather (Pottery Barn)

About the Team You will be part of the collaborative Pottery Barn team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trends. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing. As part of Williams‑Sonoma, Inc., a leader in home lifestyle and retail, our merchandising team drives customer engagement and profitability through data‑informed, trend‑right assortments across all brands. About the Role In this role, you will report to a Buyer and oversee a range of products. We are looking for someone who is excited to jump in and learn about the business and is equally as excited about the analytical and creative parts. The role is extremely collaborative – you will work with almost every role in the brand. We are in search of someone who can jump from one task to another quickly and efficiently, and someone who is excited about working with a fun and energetic group! Responsibilities Responsible for sku setup/sku maintenance Responsible for handling all pricing (promotions, markdowns) Responsible for sample management Have a huge focus on Merchandising: Enter and maintain all price and cost changes for DTC and Retail, working closely with inventory partners and sourcing teams. Communicate as needed with the merchandise team in regards to project and sample status, costing/SKU worksheets. Set up and maintenance of all SKUs for stocked and dropship product. Connect with global merchandise teams and create global‑specific SKUs. Update SKU details as the assortment changes on the individual and collection level. Enter POS Markdowns and Promotions. Manage samples for photo shoots and seasonal presentations and work with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positions as needed. Track and open packages and samples; coordinate movement of merchandise to sample rooms. Assist in monthly retail floor sets. Prepare analysis as directed. Take on general administrative duties. Qualifications You have 1 year in retail buying or related experience. You have a bachelor’s degree. You are proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) and love learning new systems. Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and the ability to work independently on multiple projects in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment. You have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and work in a team environment. You have strong organizational, prioritizing, analytical, problem‑solving and time‑management skills to ensure all deadlines are met. You are detail‑oriented with a high degree of accuracy and an ability to detect inconsistencies in data. You are enthusiastic about the idea of being in merchandising and working with an awesome team! This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office Monday through Thursday and Friday as optional in the office. Benefits A generous discount on all WSI brands A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits Tax‑free commuter benefits A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health Continued Learning In‑person and online learning opportunities through WSI University Cross‑brand and cross‑function career opportunities Resources for self‑development Advisor (Mentor) program Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series 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. The expected starting pay range for this position is $31‑$34/HR. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pottery Barn