Job title: Buyer
Company: Kforce
Job description: Kforce has a client that is seeking a Buyer in Beaverton, OR. Who we are looking for: We are looking for consumerists with an affinity for product and sport that enjoys the energy of moving at the pace of retail and the consumer. A successful Buyer will thrive and contribute to a positive and progressive team dynamic, as well as lead in a way that elevates the total team. This role is responsible for adapting and curating consumer right assortments with end in mind for the Company Direct Digital business by using historical data, analytics and real-time market feedback to advise the future (coming seasons) while winning today (in-season read and react/selling and serving)! What you will work on: You will own bringing the seasonal assortment to life on the Digital platforms. You will understand related aspects of the business and marketplace in making your plans, including coordinating between genders, brands, and how individual products or collections impact each other. You will collaborate cross functionally to ensure assortment plans meet consumer demand and strategies execute. You will hone consumer-centric assortment plans across multiple seasons with an understanding of Company Direct’s position in the market and competitive landscape to blend fact-based and intuitive inputs. You will participate in seasonal buy reviews and in-season trading to influence actions to optimize growth with your critical partners. Who you will work with: We work closely with fellow merchants, buyers and cross-functional teams within Company Direct; in particular Digital and Stores Buying, Consumer Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Site Merchandising and Brand Marketing.
- Requires Bachelor’s degree or additional 2 years of experience in lieu of degree
- 2-4 years of experience in footwear or apparel buying and/or merchandising, product creation and/or retail in a vertical, multi-brand or digital environment
- Strong affinity for current market trends for Sports and knowledge of the different company lead leagues and teams
- Footwear, Apparel, Equipment or relevant consumer product buying and/or merchandising experience; Strongly recommend experience working with 3rd party partners
- Understanding of common retail and/or digital profit-based metrics such as sell-through, turn, ASP, UPT and others
- The candidate should possess proven retail competence and analytical abilities
- Understanding of retail environments
- Knowledge and passion for sports and bring a consumerist perspective to the team and business
- Ability to contribute to and drive strategy into action
- Ability to travel up to 20%
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Expected salary: $41 – 45 per hour
Location: Beaverton, OR
Job date: Fri, 02 May 2025 02:26:11 GMT
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