Kate Spade Assistant Buyer

New York • USA

Monday, January 13, 2025

Kate Spade New York, a vibrant and bold lifestyle brand, has been a beacon of optimism and creativity since its inception in 1993. Renowned for its distinctive heritage and unique brand DNA, Kate Spade offers a wide array of products, from handbags to home décor, celebrating the 'perfectly imperfect' lifestyles of women globally. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands, Kate Spade is committed to innovation, inclusivity, and stretching the boundaries of possibility.

1. Run reports to recap style selling and assist the Buyer in analyzing results, making recommendations for improved performance, and identifying business opportunities.
2. Assist the buying team during market with assortment planning for omni channels and enter orders in the JOOR system.
3. Collaborate with site and photo teams to launch products online and ensure product accuracy on site.
4. Partner with the merchandising team to develop and refine seasonal line architecture to maximize needs.
5. Support the Buyer with visual recaps, boards, and line lists.
6. Execute and track inventory movements and purchase orders, identifying lateness and potential sales risks, and set up presell inventory for late styles.
7. Ensure all markdowns and promotions are properly entered in the system and communicated to relevant teams.
8. Support the Buyer with hindsight preparation for internal merchandising meetings.
9. Shop the marketplace to identify product opportunities, pricing strategies, trends, and offerings.
10. Participate in meetings.

1. 1+ years of experience in merchandising, buying, and/or planning roles; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
2. Previous omni channel experience is a plus.

1. High level of proficiency in retail math and Excel.
2. Courage to provide direct, complete, and actionable feedback.
3. Creativity in generating unique ideas and solutions.
4. Customer focus with a dedication to meeting customer expectations and requirements.
5. Ability to deal with ambiguity and effectively cope with change.
6. Drive for results, consistently exceeding goals.
7. Interpersonal savvy to build effective relationships.
8. Ability to learn on the fly, quickly grasping new concepts.

1+ years of experience in merchandising, buying, and/or planning roles.

Base pay range $64,350.00 to $70,000.00.

Kate Spade offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and employee discounts.

Kate Spade fosters a culture of creativity, inclusivity, and optimism. As part of the Tapestry family, the company is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees. The workplace encourages innovation and the celebration of individuality, aligning with the brand's ethos of 'perfectly imperfect' lifestyles.