Senior Buyer- Women's Contemporary Fashion Job at Rue Gilt Groupe in Boston

Overview Senior Buyer – Women's Contemporary Fashion Role overview: Lead our Contemporary and Advanced Contemporary women’s business. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in the Contemporary collections, a network of designer and market relationships, and strong leadership to inspire and manage a team. What You’ll Do Drive sales, meet goals and deliver margin improvements Identify potential brand and product business opportunities Build direct relationships with key suppliers, vetting prospects, negotiating contracts, terms & conditions Apply analytical thinking to trends, sales, inventory and turn Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Accounts Payable, Programming, Planning and Production to ensure proper merchandising and that all pertinent information is included to maximize sale potential About You At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness, and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow, and bring their full self to work. We encourage you to apply to roles that excite you, even if you don't check off every qualification. Qualifications 8 years’ experience in retail or e-commerce with a minimum of 4 years direct buying experience Product-obsessed with experience leveraging market trends, data, and a critical eye to anticipate customer needs (combining both the “science” and the “art” of merchandising) Motivated by working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment What We Offer Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing equal pay for equal work and considers a wide range of compensation factors, including experience, education, certifications, licenses, skills, location, internal equity, and other role-related factors. Offers may include bonus/commission, stock options, 401(k), paid time off, medical/dental/vision and basic life insurance. Final offer amounts may vary. Work Authorization Rue Gilt Groupe requires all applicants to be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Rue Gilt Groupe is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. About Us Rue Gilt Groupe combines three brands – Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Simon – as a premier off-price e-commerce portfolio company. Our model features daily sale events and partnerships with over 5,000 premium and luxury brands, offering significant savings and a focus on fashion for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr