Full-Time

Visual Operations Associate

Posted on 11/5/2024

Wayfair

Wayfair

10,001+ employees

E-commerce platform for home goods sales

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Entry, Junior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Boston, MA, USA

Requires in-office presence in Boston Monday-Thursday, with remote flexibility on Friday.

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Coupa
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 1+ years of physical retail experience, office administration, eCommerce or related field.
  • Able to work efficiently and effectively within a dynamic, fast-paced environment that’s constantly changing as Wayfair’s Physical Retail organization and fleet scales.
  • Strong multi-tasking and time management skills.
  • Highly organized in keeping detailed records and paperwork for seamless project execution and recording.
  • A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
  • Evidence of “scrappy startup execution” and a “get it done” attitude when time is tight and stakes are high.
  • Ability to problem solve and pivot to the needs of the growing business.
  • Exceptional written, visual and verbal cross-functional communication skills.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time for in-store support as needed.
  • Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets and comfortability using Google Workspace and Slack.
Responsibilities
  • Act as the Business Partner for our Wayfair’s Business Spend Management software program COUPA for the Visual Merchandising department, managing project Estimates, Purchase Orders and Invoices.
  • Evolve and maintain a budget tracker, monitoring budget-to-actual numbers, preparing financial reports and monitoring transactions with accounts payable.
  • Monitor 'Visual Purchasing Requests' Slack channel/workflow sheet, fulfill all approved ordering requests and communication tracking/delivery logistics to each requester.
  • Track store replenishment and replacement requests for Visual non-sellables such as signage, props and supplies to fulfill with Visual Creative Service /Production team.
  • Place all Purchase Card orders for department supplies, organize all sales orders / receipts, and complete weekly expense reports ensuring the card is paid off on a weekly basis.
  • Onboard new vendors and suppliers into COUPA, while maintaining our vendor database, ensuring all needed company and financial information is recorded and up to date.
  • Maintain payment and vendor relationships for Department subscriptions, ie Software and Scent.
  • Audit and maintain all Retail Lab props and signage, and ensure stores and Retail Lab quantities are mirrored at all times.

Wayfair specializes in selling home goods through its e-commerce platform, wayfair.com. It offers a wide variety of products, including furniture, lighting, cookware, and appliances, catering to different styles and budgets for customers ranging from homeowners to interior designers. The company operates a marketplace model that connects consumers with over 5,000 brands, allowing it to provide a large selection of items without managing extensive inventory. Wayfair earns revenue from product sales and advertising fees from suppliers promoting their products on the site. Its extensive product range includes items like smart kitchen appliances, ensuring it meets diverse customer needs. Wayfair stands out from competitors by being a one-stop shop for home-related products, enhancing the shopping experience with appliance packages and curated collections. The company's goal is to simplify the home shopping process for customers by offering a comprehensive selection of goods.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$341.4M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

-3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Wayfair's new loyalty program could increase customer retention and repeat purchases.
  • The opening of brick-and-mortar stores may attract new customers and boost brand visibility.
  • Growing demand for sustainable products presents an opportunity for Wayfair to expand its offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from traditional retailers entering the online space could impact market share.
  • Rising logistics and shipping costs may affect Wayfair's profit margins.
  • Potential supply chain disruptions from geopolitical tensions could hinder product availability.

What makes Wayfair unique

  • Wayfair offers a vast selection of home goods through its marketplace model.
  • The company provides curated collections and appliance packages for a simplified shopping experience.
  • Wayfair's AR technology enhances online shopping by allowing product visualization in customer spaces.

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