GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The E-commerce Buyer will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive procurement cadence for our e-commerce platform. The E-commerce Buyer will have extensive experience in procurement, supplier relationships, and inventory management. They will play a key role in keeping viral items in-stock, planning for promotional events, and driving customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement: Develop and implement a strategic procurement plan, considering e-commerce demand, seasonality, market trends, customer preferences, and competitive analysis
Inventory Planning: Meet inventory and days-of-supply KPIs using historical and market data to plan for replenishment buys and forecasts for future product launches. Partner with brand managers on sell through plans to reduce inventory liability
Supplier Management: Foster and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring adherence to quality and regulatory standards
Inventory Optimization: Collaborate closely with the inventory and demand planning teams to optimize stock levels, minimize stockouts, and reduce excess inventory
Market Research: Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify new opportunities, assess product performance, and stay informed about emerging industry trends
Cost Management: Implement cost-effective procurement strategies while maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction
Data-Driven Decision-Making: Utilize data analytics tools to track key performance indicators, assess product performance, and make data-driven decisions
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, merchandising, and logistics, to align product selection with marketing strategies and sales goals

Required Experience

Experience (3+ years) in procurement, buying, and/or planning
Strong understanding of e-commerce operations and market dynamics
Excellent organization, follow through, and communication skills
Proficiency in Excel and data analysis, compiling and manipulating data to build a comprehensive report, and comfortable with using procurement software
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Results-driven mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality products to customers
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

WORK SCHEDULE/HOURS: Remote - Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 5:30PM EST

PAY RANGE: up to $90K Annually

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

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