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
