Assistant Buyer, Kids Footwear

Stitch Fix

. Own a specific portion of the Kid's Footwear and Non Apparel business .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in retail buying and merchandising, with a strong focus on financial planning, product lifecycle management, and market analysis. Proficient in leveraging data analytics and AI tools to drive strategic decision-making and optimize vendor relationships.

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Retail Buying ExperienceFinancial PlanningData Analytics ToolsVendor NegotiationProduct Lifecycle Management

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Hard Skills

Retail MathMarket AnalysisFinancial MetricsProduct Assortment PlanningOpen-To-Buy Budget ManagementNegotiation SkillsTrend IdentificationData-Driven Decision MakingAI Tools UtilizationMulti-Vendor Matrix Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementProactive Decision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Google Workspace SuiteMicrosoft Office SuiteAdvanced ExcelInternal Inventory SystemsPLM Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience

Industry Keywords

Kids FootwearNon ApparelMarket BuyingCompetitive AnalysisRetail Forecasting

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own a specific portion of the Kid's Footwear and Non Apparel business
Develop and execute merchandising and financial strategies to maximize departmental opportunities
Curate and drive seasonal line plans and product assortments
Present strategies to leadership and cross-functional partners for alignment
Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and client feedback weekly, monthly, and quarterly
Manage the open-to-buy budget with Planning partners
Strategically manage the vendor matrix
Negotiate supplier terms, contracts, and pricing to optimize profitability, product quality, and timely delivery
Conduct ongoing market research and competitive analysis
Identify industry trends, risks, and opportunities for Stitch Fix clients
Use AI tools such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini to summarize client feedback trends, draft vendor communications, and conduct market research
Use Google Workspace Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel, and internal inventory/PLM systems
Learn and apply new technologies to analyze data and streamline the product lifecycle from concept to delivery
Collaborate with Planning, Styling, Marketing, and other cross-functional partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a retail buying or merchandising role
Deep knowledge of retail math, business metrics, financial planning, and end-to-end product lifecycle management
Market buying experience, including managing a multi-vendor matrix and supporting negotiations for margin/AUC
Solution-driven, analytical mindset and ability to take calculated, data-driven risks
Keen eye for product and ability to spot and react to market trends
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to present confidently to leadership
Detail-oriented, organized, and effective time management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, nuanced environment requiring bold and proactive decision-making
Proficiency in Google Workspace Suite and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Familiarity with data analytics tools for buying decisions
Ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer or office equipment, and communicate effectively
Nice to have: specific product experience in Kids, Footwear, or Non Apparel
Nice to have: advanced negotiation skills and vendor matrix optimization experience
Nice to have: exposure to AI-driven retail forecasting tools or trend-prediction software

Benefits

Comp & perks

No specific benefits, perks, or compensation extras are stated in the posting
Travel up to 30% of the time