Assistant buyer, Wall Decor

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. The Assistant Buyer will report to a Buyer and assist in maintaining data integrity, supporting seasonal needs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced retail environment.ResponsibilitiesSetup and maintain all SKUsResponsible for made-to-order, visual line and merchandise listCommunicate as needed with the Merchandise team in regards to project and sample status, costing/SKU worksheetsResponsible for assisting in sample management – communicating and partnering with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positionsEnter and maintain all price and cost changes for DTC and Retail, working closely with inventory partners and sourcing teamsPartner with the Buyer and Visual teams to plan seasonal retail floor setsPrepare reporting and assist the Buyer with business opportunitiesTake on general administrative duties as neededSkillsBA degree1-2 years of retail buying experienceStrong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skillsDeadline-driven and strong project management skillsStrong organizational skillsAbility to work independently across multiple projectsStrong communication skills – both written and verbal (strong business acumen)Familiar and comfortable with pulling sales reports and strong ability to analyze business metricsDetail-oriented – takes the appropriate time to complete tasks and reviews work to ensure accuracyProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) required to create pivot tables and experience with advanced formulas such as VLOOKUPSBenefitsA generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brandsA 401(k) plan and other investment opportunitiesPaid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteerHealth benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefitsTax-free commuter benefitsA wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional healthCompany OverviewFounded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home. It was founded in 1956, and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, US, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.williams-sonomainc.com.



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