Kipling/Eastpak/JanSport: Associate Buyer, eCommerce (Americas)

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At Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling, we are three unique brands that embody the same spirit of self-expression and discovery.  We’re built to resist whatever life throws at us, to express ourselves as individuals, and inspire positive resistance.  We put our people first.  We always have and we always will.  It is ingrained in our DNA.  Good people bring out the good in people, and good people are the foundation of this brand.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture.  If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who express ourselves with the bags we carry and who believe in new experiences, living a life of positivity, and discovering our own way, Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit www.eastpak.com, www.jansport.com or www.kipling-usa.com.

Associate Buyer, eCommerce, Americas Packs

What will you do?

A day in the life of an Associate Buyer, eCommerce on the Americas Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling Commercial Team looks a little like this.

As the Associate Buyer, you will partner with and support the Senior Manager, eCommerce Buying to ensure that product assortments resonate with the consumers to meet or exceed sales plan.  You will be given the opportunity to work with the merchandising team to build a seasonal line and place buys that fulfill customer demand, market trends, brand direction and fiscal obligations.  This role will report directly to the Senior Manager, eCommerce Buying.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Partner with the Senior Manager to create assortments for Americas Packs

• Run weekly sales analysis and create reports to share with senior leadership team

• Responsible for creating promotional sku lists, working closely with the site operations team and email teams to ensure creative aligns with inventory investments

• Partner with the creative team to ensure product chosen for campaigns features largest investments & aligns with brand vision

• Partner with site merchandiser to QA site during new product launches & promotions to ensure merchandising reflects tops investments

• Responsible for checking and approving email creative ensuring we have ample inventory, and that pricing is reflected correctly

• Run seasonal hindsight to present to senior leadership team (internal) noting what worked and what needs to change moving forward

• Run ad-hoc reporting as requested

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day.  For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel.  Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your at least 3+ years of experience and professional achievements. 

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• 3+ years of Buying experience, eCommerce experience preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, including but not limited to pivot tables and working with large data sets

• Strong product affinity focused on building the correct assortment for the customer

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Ability to multitask in a face paced environment  

• Excellent communication skills

• Interest in eCommerce and the digital retail landscape

• Business or fashion background preferred

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.

• Knowledge of AS400, Salesforce, Business Intelligence, Shopify

What do we offer you?

At Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you.  That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people.  We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life.  We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity.  Our focus on DEI is