Bespoke Post is a lifestyle brand driven by the spirit of discovery. We’re all about finding under-the-radar goods and guides that enrich the lives of our customers. Through our e-commerce shop, editorial content, and award-winning subscription program, we shine a light on quality products, small brands, and interesting people that spark curiosity and inspire new, richer experiences.
The Senior Buyer for Home, Kitchen, and Bar at Bespoke Post is a pivotal role focused on curating and developing our in-house brands (Ash & Fir and Marcellin) and selecting top-tier products from third-party vendors. This role requires strong business acumen and a comprehensive understanding of the customer, product life cycle, retail mathematics, and effective inventory management strategies. With an eye for innovation and quality, you'll align new products with our brand ethos and drive growth within your category. In this role, you’ll work out of our NYC office at least 3 days per week.
You will:
Balance and optimize the product mix between in-house and third-party offerings
Identify and cultivate new in-house brand products that align with our ethos
Develop and implement various Box concepts monthly for Home, Kitchen or Bar by brainstorming themes, discovering new vendors and opportunities, planning product selections, negotiating prices to enhance margins, and organizing sales and inventory strategies
Create detailed profit and loss statements for each proposed Box and conduct a comprehensive financial analysis
Collaborate with the Creative team to produce engaging and cohesive Box content, including visuals, copy, and narratives
Work closely with the Membership team to predict trends and ensure that Box selections are strategically aligned and complementary with the Shop offerings
Contribute to the development and management of monthly Box Briefs to consolidate all relevant information
Serve as the primary liaison between external account representatives and internal stakeholders.
Lead negotiations on pricing, terms, and exclusivity with vendors
Maintain high-quality standards and ensure brand-fit consistency
Manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) budgets to align with business goals
Analyze product performance and manage stock levels efficiently
Stay ahead of market trends and customer preferences
Conduct competitive analysis to seize new opportunities
Drive category-specific growth
Manage an Assistant Buyer and provide guidance and support to them
Cultivate a proactive and collaborative team environment
Streamline processes and tools for efficiency
Engage with CX inquiries
Travel to trade shows and host vendor meetings to strengthen partnerships
Work with planning and creative teams to develop annual goals and other strategies
Align product messaging and narratives with the Senior Director.
Develop weekly reporting meetings to discuss key performance indicators
Lead quarterly Best/Worst product reviews
The ideal candidate:
Has 6-10 years of buying experience
Has strong analytical and decision-making skills
Has excellent negotiation and communication capabilities
Is capable of managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Is willing to roll up their sleeves and be hands-on in operations
Compensation, benefits, and perks:
Competitive base salary
Company equity
Opportunity for annual bonus
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance with FSA options and access to One Medical, Health Advocate, Teladoc, KindBody and Talkspace
Unlimited vacation time
401k with nonelective company contribution of 3%
$250 per month home office allowance
Up to $500 per year learning allowance
Paid parental leave
Flexible schedule
Up to $500 annual 1:1 donation match
A free Bespoke Post box each month, plus additional discounts
Regular team learning, social, and wellness events
Bespoke Post is an equal opportunity workplace and we recognize that our success is dependent on having an inclusive, collaborative team that is as diverse as, if not more than, the products we ship.
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