Job Description

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 50,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE’s family of brands includes their luxury offering, FWRD, and a portfolio of 24 + owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE.

At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,500 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.

To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?

Main purpose of the Buyer role:

Purchase and manage a variety of women’s products and brands for REVOLVE.com
Oversee order placement and tracking to ensure timely receipt of merchandise
Identify opportunities and risks in-season through analyzing sales performance
Able to calculate gross margin, turnover and OTB
Able to source new products and vendors
Work closely with the planning team to execute strategic buys
Review sales results to strategize mark-downs and manage aged inventory through strategic
Liquidation
Able to guide and support Buying Assistant and Buying Admin
Must be able to work flexible hours and travel as needed

Required Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work in the intensity of a fast-paced environment and maintain the highest quality of work and focused visual aesthetics
Ability to balance multiple brands and initiatives
Ability to effectively negotiate with vendors on RA’s, sell through guarantees and trade discounts
A superb eye for attention to detail, style and composition
Strong understanding and interest of industry trends
Strong analytical skills, good judgement, creativity and organization
Self-driven and able to easily communicate creative ideas an collaborate in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

1 year buying experience
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Business preferred
Excel and word proficient

Preferred Qualifications:

1-3 years of women’s Buying experience
Work experience as a Buyer is required
Strong knowledge of and the ability to apply retail math concepts, including markup, margin, planning, open to buy, and inventory productivity measures
Proficient in Email (preferably Gmail), Microsoft Office

A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Revolve includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications.

A reasonable estimate of the current salary rate is $75,000- $80,000 per year.

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