THE ROLE: Senior Buyer, Beauty
As a Senior Buyer at RGG, you will be responsible for leading a team to drive results in a specific merchandise category, developing and executing a strategy that both maximizes profitability and surprises and delights our member. You are a self-starter, problem-solver and have had proven success with combining strategy and data into best-in-class outcomes. You are energized by solving complex business problems and consistently effective in making high-judgement decisions at rapid pace. This role reports to a VP or Director of Merchandising.
What You’ll Do…
- Drive sales, meet goals and deliver margin improvements
 - Identify potential brand and product business opportunities
 - Build direct relationships with key suppliers, vetting prospects, negotiating contracts, terms & conditions
 - Proven analytical thinking around trends, sales, inventory and turn
 - Work cross functionally with Marketing, AP, Programming, Planning and Production teams to ensure products are properly merchandised and all pertinent information is included to maximize sale potential
 
About You:
At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness, and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow, and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.
- 8 years’ experience in retail or e-commerce with a minimum of 4 years direct buying experience
 - Product obsessed with experience in leveraging market trends, data, and a critical eye to anticipate customer needs (combining both the “science” and “art” of merchandising)
 - Motivated by working in a fast-paced collaborative environment
 
Base Salary Range: $105,000 - $125,000
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employee(s) assigned to this job. Rue Gilt Groupe reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities within your general skill set or capabilities. Rue Gilt Groupe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace. 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.
What We Offer:
Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, certification(s), license(s), skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, stock options, 401(k) participation, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.
We Encourage You to Apply:
At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.
Work Authorization
Rue Gilt Groupe requires all applicants to be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. 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.
ABOUT US:
Ready for the most memorable – and stylish – experience of your professional career? Then join us at Rue Gilt Groupe. Combining three complementary brands, Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Simon, we are the premier off-price e-commerce portfolio company.
Our model defined the online treasure hunt through its daily sale events allowing our customers to discover over 5,000 premium and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off full-price retail. We believe in fashion for all, sparking delight through daily discovery and shopping as an occasion to celebrate! World-class merchandising, technology and marketing bring our shopping experience to life, and we hire world-class people to do it. Living our values and being empowered, tenacious, passionate, collaborative, innovative, and kind is something we strive for every single day. We meet over coffee and brainstorm new ways to spark delight for our members. Volunteer on- and off-hours together. Plan some serious surprises for our coworkers, because nothing ignites innovation like a breakfast cereal buffet or an afternoon slice of cake.
And we don't hesitate to use our associate discount – after all, we're as enthusiastic about style as our customers. The way we work? It's so much more than what happens between the weekends. It empowers us to think, create, and innovate, so we can deliver the first-rate experience today's customer’s demand.
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Rue Gilt Groupe Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
Our Boston office is located in the Seaport District. We're in walking distance from South Station and Downtown Crossing MBTA stations.
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