Balenciaga Associate Buyer, Shoes
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $75,000–80,000/year
- Posted
- Mar 30, 2026
About Balenciaga
Balenciaga is a leading luxury fashion House known for its avant‑garde design language and distinctive approach to ready‑to‑wear and accessories. As part of the Kering group, the brand operates within a global luxury network that emphasizes creativity, high standards of craftsmanship and career development opportunities across the group.
Balenciaga hiring Associate Buyer, Shoes in New York — manage footwear assortment, inventory and Excel-driven sales & KPI analysis.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Buyer throughout the buying cycle to build a relevant footwear assortment aligned with global strategy, including selection, quantities and store allocation
- Prepare and compile weekly Excel reporting to analyse sales, inventory and KPIs and translate findings into actionable plans
- Monitor market and fashion trends within the luxury segment to inform assortment and buying decisions
- Partner with the Retail team to align assortment and replenishment strategies with yearly sales targets
- Manage reorders, inter‑store transfers and product flow to optimise availability and margins
- Execute proactive merchandise consolidations and pricing adjustments to ensure profitability and market satisfaction
- Process seasonal price changes and assist with pricing and product flow for outlet channels
- Contribute to ad‑hoc projects and cross‑functional initiatives as required
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in buying roles, preferably within luxury retail or fashion
- Proven ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple workflows in a fast‑paced environment
- Strong analytical rigour, numerical literacy and experience working with sales and performance KPIs
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills with strong commercial acumen
- High level of organisation, attention to detail and product sensibility
- Ability to work collaboratively across functions and maintain brand behaviours
- Availability to travel as required
Skills
Experience
At least 3 years of progressive buying experience, ideally in luxury fashion retail, with demonstrated success in assortment planning, inventory control and KPI‑driven decision making.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,000 to USD 80,000 per annum.
Benefits
Professional development opportunities within the House and the Kering group.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a creative, fast‑paced and detail‑oriented workplace where design-led thinking and commercial discipline converge. As part of Kering, the brand emphasises talent development, collaboration across global teams and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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