Associate Buyer, Women's RTW

Position Summary: The Associate Buyer, Women’s RTW (Multibrand), supports the growth and profitability of the Women’s Multibrand RTW business through merchandise procurement, business analysis, inventory management, and vendor partnerships. This role assists with assortment planning, purchase order management, market appointments, and in-season business opportunities to achieve sales and inventory goals. Working closely with vendors and cross-functional teams, the Associate Buyer supports product launches, store training initiatives, and omni-channel growth efforts, including enhancing the online and social presence of the business. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and a solid understanding of the retail market. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Analysis & Inventory Management

• Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly business performance and provide actionable recommendations to drive sales and profitability.

• Monitor inventory levels, SKU productivity, and seasonal performance to maximize sell-through and maintain healthy stock levels.

• Partner with stores and vendors to react to in-season opportunities through transfers, reorders, and inventory swaps.

• Track merchandise receipts and coordinate inventory flow to support business objectives.

Buying & Vendor Partnerships

• Support assortment planning and buying activities for Women's Multibrand RTW.

• Prepare for and attend market appointments, assisting with product selection, order writing, and assortment reviews.

• Manage purchase order entry, style creation, and related administrative functions.

• Build strong vendor relationships to support exclusive product opportunities, in-store events, training initiatives, and sales-driving programs.

Omnichannel & Digital Growth

• Coordinate weekly product photography and website launches, ensuring product accuracy and brand presentation.

• Partner with digital and marketing teams to drive online sales through product launches, email campaigns, and social media exposure.

• Identify products and brands for featured digital content, newsletters, and social campaigns.

• Support initiatives that increase online engagement and strengthen the Women's RTW digital presence.

Communication & Product Knowledge

• Develop and distribute product knowledge materials for stores and internal teams.

• Communicate key information regarding seasonal deliveries, new brand launches, and vendor-supported selling initiatives.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Logistics, Accounts Payable, Store Leadership, Marketing, and E-commerce teams to ensure seamless execution.

Trend & Market Research

• Monitor the competitive landscape and marketplace to identify emerging brands, trends, and growth opportunities.

• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance assortment strategy and customer relevance.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3 – 5 years of experience in buying, merchandising, planning, or a related retail function.

• Strong understanding of retail math, inventory management, and business analysis.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial retail environment.

• Knowledge of the luxury fashion market and current industry trends.

WHO YOU ARE

Professional Characteristics

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communicator and relationship builder.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Personal Characteristics

• Passionate about fashion and luxury retail.

• Trend-aware and customer-focused.

• Self-motivated and results-driven.

• Collaborative team player.

• Creative thinker with a proactive mindset.

WHO WE ARE

Established in 2011 in New York City, Kith is a lifestyle brand and specialty retailer that offers seasonal collections of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, accessories and footwear through a distinct lens of personal storytelling. Kith embodies a multi-faceted lifestyle, with uncompromising detail to fabrication and design. Led by Founder, CEO and Creative Director Ronnie Fieg, the brand is known globally for evoking nostalgia from a dynamic point of view, and working closely with a carefully selected set of best-in-class collaborators.

Kith operates 16 standalone boutiques around the world, and 3 shop-in-shops. Kith Treats, conceived from Fieg’s childhood love for cereal, operates in 10 locations, as well as Sadelle’s at Kith restaurants in Paris, Miami Design District, Toronto and Seoul.

The Kinnect Foundation, a non-profit established and operated by Kith, is a non-profit devoted to creating positive change through education, community and social impact.

Kith is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

All career opportunities offered by Kith are fully on site, and if contacted, all email communication will come from a kith.com or kithnyc.com email address. Please note that any correspondence from an alternative email domain, or offering anything other than in-person work, is fraudulent.