Purchasing and Pricing Assistant Manager
Watchfinder, New York, NY, United States
Overview
Are you a rising star with an insatiable passion for luxury watches and a keen eye for detail? We’re on the hunt for an enthusiastic and dynamic Purchasing and Pricing Coordinator to become the indispensable right hand to our US Team. This isn’t just a support role; it’s your launchpad into the thrilling world of luxury timepieces.
You’ll dive headfirst into cultivating strategic partnerships with trade vendors, mastering the art of precise watch pricing, and expertly navigating adjustments. Beyond the numbers, you’ll be the operational linchpin, orchestrating seamless logistics with our global hub, ensuring every watch manifests with impeccable accuracy and unwavering compliance.
If you live and breathe luxury watches, possess an unquenchable curiosity for the pre-owned market, and thrive in a vibrant, collaborative environment that spans local and global teams, this is your moment. We’re looking for a natural connector who effortlessly builds rapport and transforms connections into impactful relationships. Join us and ignite your career in a role where your passion meets purpose!
Responsibilities
Support the Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager to grow revenue across a portfolio of digital platforms; the Watchfinder US Marketplace and enhanced by partnerships and external platform integrations.
Support with internal partnerships within the Richemont Group, North America, offering an experience that supports the promotion of Watchfinder internally. This includes quotation management, follow ups, managing experiences and enquiries.
Support the US Purchasing Manager in defining the strategy to recruit, onboard and retain US based 3P Sellers. Including visiting clients to maintain vendor relationships in person.
Work with the US Purchasing Manager by supporting them with counter offers to trade vendors, handling all associated administration which is not limited to entering details in our platform, onboarding documentation, manifesting of watches from our logistics hub. Identify operational improvements in partnership with the Purchasing Manager and US Country Manager.
Pricing
Support in driving further scale of watch purchasing across North America, which includes purchasing via part exchange, online enquiries, boutiques, external partners and trade. Report weekly buying activity to the US Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager.
Liaise with UK & US counterparts to introduce operational improvements and efficiencies.
Apply commercial acumen where appropriate for adjusting quotes for part exchange to drive unit sales while maintaining margin.
Support the US Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager in maintaining and achieving overall objectives.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2-3 years, working in the pre-owned space with experience of pricing luxury products within a direct-to-consumer business.
Experience of working with 3rd party vendors and suppliers, maintaining relationships to encourage further opportunities.
Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate strong self-drive.
Excellent communication skills, with the capacity to interact effectively across various organisational levels and navigate complex situations.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex and time sensitive situations simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to think proactively, take initiative to find solutions and drive key outcomes.
Adept at seamlessly managing client interactions and independently facilitating engaging and productive meetings.
Passionate about watches and the luxury industry.
Strong understanding of the Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) industry and US landscape.
We Offer
Employee wellbeing is a top priority. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.
At Richemont, We Craft the Future!
Expected Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000. Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.
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Are you a rising star with an insatiable passion for luxury watches and a keen eye for detail? We’re on the hunt for an enthusiastic and dynamic Purchasing and Pricing Coordinator to become the indispensable right hand to our US Team. This isn’t just a support role; it’s your launchpad into the thrilling world of luxury timepieces.
You’ll dive headfirst into cultivating strategic partnerships with trade vendors, mastering the art of precise watch pricing, and expertly navigating adjustments. Beyond the numbers, you’ll be the operational linchpin, orchestrating seamless logistics with our global hub, ensuring every watch manifests with impeccable accuracy and unwavering compliance.
If you live and breathe luxury watches, possess an unquenchable curiosity for the pre-owned market, and thrive in a vibrant, collaborative environment that spans local and global teams, this is your moment. We’re looking for a natural connector who effortlessly builds rapport and transforms connections into impactful relationships. Join us and ignite your career in a role where your passion meets purpose!
Responsibilities
Support the Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager to grow revenue across a portfolio of digital platforms; the Watchfinder US Marketplace and enhanced by partnerships and external platform integrations.
Support with internal partnerships within the Richemont Group, North America, offering an experience that supports the promotion of Watchfinder internally. This includes quotation management, follow ups, managing experiences and enquiries.
Support the US Purchasing Manager in defining the strategy to recruit, onboard and retain US based 3P Sellers. Including visiting clients to maintain vendor relationships in person.
Work with the US Purchasing Manager by supporting them with counter offers to trade vendors, handling all associated administration which is not limited to entering details in our platform, onboarding documentation, manifesting of watches from our logistics hub. Identify operational improvements in partnership with the Purchasing Manager and US Country Manager.
Pricing
Support in driving further scale of watch purchasing across North America, which includes purchasing via part exchange, online enquiries, boutiques, external partners and trade. Report weekly buying activity to the US Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager.
Liaise with UK & US counterparts to introduce operational improvements and efficiencies.
Apply commercial acumen where appropriate for adjusting quotes for part exchange to drive unit sales while maintaining margin.
Support the US Purchasing Manager & US Country Manager in maintaining and achieving overall objectives.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2-3 years, working in the pre-owned space with experience of pricing luxury products within a direct-to-consumer business.
Experience of working with 3rd party vendors and suppliers, maintaining relationships to encourage further opportunities.
Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate strong self-drive.
Excellent communication skills, with the capacity to interact effectively across various organisational levels and navigate complex situations.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex and time sensitive situations simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to think proactively, take initiative to find solutions and drive key outcomes.
Adept at seamlessly managing client interactions and independently facilitating engaging and productive meetings.
Passionate about watches and the luxury industry.
Strong understanding of the Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) industry and US landscape.
We Offer
Employee wellbeing is a top priority. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.
At Richemont, We Craft the Future!
Expected Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000. Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.
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