Senior Buyer, Decorative Accessories & Decorative Lighting, Pottery Barn

Senior Buyer, Decorative Accessories & Decorative Lighting, Pottery Barn

 

About the Team

You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trend. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing. 

About the Role 

As Senior Buyer you will be responsible for developing  and implementing business strategies to maximize the development of the two departments. The Senior Buyer will identify opportunities and recommend new product ideas for the departments. You will manage information across functions working closely with Design, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Ecommerce, Packaging and Creative Services to ensure the process is followed and timelines met. You will manage and develop Associate and Assistant Buyers. 

This role will cover botanicals, vases, trays, bowls, objects, holiday seasonal decor, candles, candleholders, lit decor, and scented candles.

This role requires being onsite in our San Francisco office Monday through Thursday, and remote option on Friday.

 

Responsibilities 

• Expertly identify emerging trends and develop business strategies outlining strengths, weaknesses, new opportunities and threats
• Effectively present product assortment, business strategies and hindsights to leadership team during milestone meetings
• Expert communicator; communicate annual and seasonal strategies, assortment & intent to cross functional teams (Inventory, Design, Sourcing, Ecommerce, Packaging, Creative Services)
• Collaborate with Inventory Management to develop annual and seasonal financial plans. 
• Own recapping current business performance and presenting out to leadership, in tandem with assistant and associate buyers
• Perform market analysis, competitive shop and analyze sales trends to keep abreast of current trends
• Deep financial acumen and understanding; data driven decision maker 
• Deep understanding of the retail space & the consumer 
• Maintain strong relationships with cross functional teams; be a strong role model and mentor for the balance of the team 
• Elevate issues to Director; propose solutions and improvements to resolve 
• Manage a team of 3+. Onboard, develop and train teams. Clarify objectives, assess performance and provide regular feedback
• Determine workload for staff; recommend effective processes and procedures to improve workflow and results
• Interview candidates and make hiring recommendations

Criteria

• BA/BS Required
• 7+ years Buying/Merchandising experience
• Managing experience of 2 or more; loves being a people manager 
• Strong leadership & presentation skills
• Strong written & verbal communication skills  
• Loves to work collaboratively in a group, you have an innate willingness to dig in and contribute with your team.
• Are driven and motivated by the possibilities ahead
• Are a true business owner; strong decision-making and calculated risk-taking for the benefit of your business.
• Think innovation is critical in a business environment and support others in creative thinking
• Pride yourself on the quality of work and your teams work 

Our Culture & Values 

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. Our associates are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, so they can be their best and achieve their personal and professional goals.   We make inclusivity a cornerstone of our culture by welcoming associates with diverse cultures and backgrounds and celebrating them, together.  We nurture an open, inclusive environment for all. Our differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored, and appreciated. Together, we’re creating a more just and inclusive company culture where the only criteria for advancement are: 

• The quality of our work
• The contributions we make to our teams and the business
• Our ability to lead and connect

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Outside of WSI, we recognize the importance of playing a part in our communities through partnerships, collaborations, and commitments to a more just and inclusive world.

People First 

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are