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About the Role

As an Associate Buyer at Rue Gilt Groupe (RGG), you will execute daily discovery and boutique-style shopping, driving sales, managing inventory, and improving margins within Contemporary Collections and Denim. You will partner with the Senior Buyer to build merchandising strategies, identify market opportunities, and foster vendor relationships, contributing to RGG's mission of connecting brands with shoppers.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic merchandise and assortment plans in alignment with the Senior Buyer and Merchandise Planning teams.
Own and manage a distinct sub-class of business, ensuring its commercial performance and visual presentation.
Analyze competitive landscapes and market trends to create actionable boutique concepts.
Analyze weekly sales trends, gross margin, inventory health, and product turn to protect financial performance.
Utilize analytical insights to pivot merchandising choices, mitigating inventory risks and capitalizing on consumer demands.
Track, measure, and optimize core business metrics to meet and exceed functional KPIs.
Foster and grow collaborative relationships with existing and new vendor partners.
Negotiate terms, pricing, and product allocations to secure high-margin opportunities.
Partner cross-functionally with Programming, Production, Planning, Tech, and Operations teams.
Mentor and manage junior team members, championing their professional development.

Requirements

Tenacious professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
Deep industry knowledge and an obsession with competitive retail trends.
Innovative self-starter, comfortable operating independently and taking creative risks.
Collaborative individual who values straightforward, kind communication.
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
3–5 years of direct professional experience within a retail buying or e-commerce merchandising function.
Proven capability to manipulate and interpret financial data including sales, gross margin, inventory velocity, and turn metrics.
Demonstrated experience managing vendor relationships and executing profitable business negotiations.
Technical aptitude and comfort navigating native web-based merchandising tools, inventory systems, and Microsoft Excel.
Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously while navigating changes in operational direction and priority.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Skills

Merchandising Strategy
Assortment Planning
Financial Management
Analytics
Vendor Relations
Negotiations
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Team Leadership
Microsoft Excel

Location

New York
Boston

Work Type

Hybrid (2 days in the office required)

Experience Level

3-5 years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$68,000 - $72,000

Benefits

Robust health, dental, and vision insurance effective on the date of hire.
Generous Flex Time Off (FTO)
Flexible remote/hybrid work options
Supportive, inclusive culture
Paid volunteer opportunities
Regular DEI celebrations
Associate discount

About the Company

Rue Gilt Groupe (RGG) is the premier off-price e-commerce portfolio company, combining three complementary brands: Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Simon.
Our model defined the online treasure hunt through daily sale events, offering premium and luxury brands at up to 70% off.
We believe in fashion for all, sparking delight through daily discovery and shopping as an occasion to celebrate.
We hire world-class people who embody our values: empowered, tenacious, passionate, collaborative, innovative, and kind.
We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and fun, including team volunteer opportunities and celebrations.

Equal Opportunity

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.
Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.