Assistant Buyer

About the Team

You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trends. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing. As part of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., a leader in home lifestyle and retail, our merchandising team drives customer engagement and profitability through data-informed, trend-right assortments across all brands.

About the Role 

You will report to a Buyer and share ownership of a category. You will assist in daily/seasonal tasks to help drive the business. As the Assistant Buyer, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity, supporting the Buyer on seasonal needs, and working closely with multiple cross-functional teams. In this role you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced retail environment while working with a highly collaborative team.

This role requires being onsite in our office Monday through Thursday, and remote option on Friday.

Responsibilities 

• Work within Merchandise systems to set up and maintain all SKUs
• Responsible for visual line and merchandise list
• Communicate project and sample status updates, costing/SKU worksheets; responsible for passing new SKUs for placement once approved and tracking to PO due dates
• Responsible for assisting sample management – communicating and partnering with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positions 
• Enter and maintain all regular pricing for DTC and Retail, working closely with inventory partners and sourcing teams
• Manage personalization techniques, opportunities, and execution for photography and site
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the relevant retail markets; maintain and upkeep competitive analyses
• Prepare reporting as directed and assist the Buyer with business opportunities
• Partner with the Buyer and Visual teams to plan seasonal retail floor sets, including assisting with seasonal walkthrough setups and updating relevant file
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with cross-functional partners across inventory, design, development, e-commerce, and creative teams

Criteria

• BA /BS degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 1-2 years of retail buying experience 
• Familiar and comfortable with pulling sales reports and strong ability to analyze business metrics
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint); ability to create pivot tables and experience with advanced formulas such as VLOOKUP
• Note: Occasional travel may be required

Competencies

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and execution
• Solid understanding of retail math
• Effective communicator—provides timely updates and collaborates cross-functionally
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills
• Strong data management and analytical capabilities
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, shifting tasks and timelines
• Ability to work autonomously and good judgement.

People First 
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available: 

Benefits 
- A generous discount on all WSI brands 
- A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities 
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer 
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits 
- Tax-free commuter benefits 
- A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health 

Continued Learning 
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University 
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 
- Resources for self-development 
- Advisor (Mentor) program 
- Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series  

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $28 - $32/hr. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.