Bergdorf Goodman Assistant Buyer
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $59,000–79,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
About Bergdorf Goodman
Bergdorf Goodman is an iconic luxury retailer known for an exceptional, curated assortment and white‑glove customer service. Part of the Saks Global portfolio, the brand operates within a multi‑channel luxury ecosystem and maintains elevated standards in-store and in its food & beverage operations, delivering highly curated experiences to a discerning clientele.
Assistant Buyer position at Bergdorf Goodman in New York for Soft Accessories and Sun, managing vendor partnerships and in-season buying analysis. $59,000–$79,000 annually.
Role & Responsibilities
- Liaise with Buyers, Associate Buyers, and brand partners to gather, confirm, and manage order details, including item specifications, shipping schedules, and prioritization, while resolving discrepancies in buy sheets
- Oversee offshore Merchandise Assistants' creation and transmission of purchase orders to brand partners, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy, and serve as point of escalation for partner issues
- Provide allocation direction to the Planning Allocation team and manage allocations for high-touch designer categories
- Manage communication of receipt flow changes to the offshore team and maintain purchase orders for accurate visibility of ship windows and on-order inventory
- Prepare Buyers for market by coordinating with Planners to deliver comprehensive insights on historical performance, emerging trends, and customer preferences; coordinate market appointments and attend NY market events as needed
- Support Buyer in style-out sessions, including coordinating logistics and preparing analytical insights for assortment presentation
- Initiate development of strategic product assortments to drive sales and brand growth
- Act as primary execution point of contact for feedback and questions from brand partners, visual merchandising, site merchandising, stores, digital, and marketing teams
- Constantly review business performance in collaboration with Assistant Planners, communicate bottoms-up style insights to Buyers, and recommend in-season actions such as vendor requests for additional stock on sold-out items
- Manage markdown cadence and oversee offshore execution of price changes, returns-to-vendor, and related tasks, resolving escalated issues
- Collaborate with offshore reporting team to generate custom buying reports, maintaining structural views and ensuring timely delivery against expected cadences
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience as an Assistant Buyer or equivalent role, preferably in a major department store or luxury retail environment
- Strong knowledge of retail mathematics including markup, margin planning, open-to-buy, and inventory productivity measures (WOS, turnover, GMROI)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; fluency with Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides
- Proficiency in buying and planning systems
- Ability to manage ambiguity, operate as a self-starter, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Strong accountability with demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize independently
- Creative problem-solving approach with capacity to generate novel solutions quickly
- Strong interpersonal skills; diplomatic and direct communication ability with capacity to build trust rapidly
- Consistent high performer with proven track record of driving positive outcomes in large, complex organizations
- Openness to new perspectives and willingness to adapt to evolving business practices
- Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
Skills
Experience
1–2 years as an Assistant Buyer or equivalent in a major department store or luxury retail setting, with demonstrated experience in order management, vendor coordination, and buying analysis.
Education
Not specified; no formal educational requirement stated in the posting.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 59,000 to USD 79,000 per annum.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; basic and supplemental life insurance; disability insurance; voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance; employee discount.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes impeccable service, attention to detail and collaboration across culinary and retail teams. Employees operate in a fast‑paced, guest‑centric environment where professional conduct and adherence to luxury standards are expected.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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