Dolce&Gabbana Assistant Buyer
- Location
- New York City New York USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Compensation
- $55,000–65,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 3, 2026
About Dolce&Gabbana
Founded in Milan in 1985 by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, Dolce&Gabbana is an Italian luxury house distinguished by its Sicilian inspirations, expressive aesthetic and devotion to craftsmanship. Its universe spans ready-to-wear, accessories, fine jewellery, beauty and home collections, alongside the exceptional creations of Alta Moda and Alta Sartoria. As an employer, the house brings together creative, artisanal, commercial and corporate expertise to translate a distinctive identity into products and client experiences worldwide. Careers across design, product development, merchandising, retail and supporting functions place professionals at the intersection of Italian heritage, contemporary luxury and the demands of an international business.
Dolce&Gabbana seeks an Assistant Buyer to support seasonal assortment selection and in-season product management across North America, partnering with merchandising, planning, allocation, retail, wholesale, marketing, and HQ teams. The role monitors product performance, supports store partnerships and market research, and prepares business analyses; compensation is $55,000–$65,000 annually, with eligibility for variable commission.
Role & Responsibilities
- Participate in seasonal buying sessions and support the selection of styles, quantities, and assortments.
- Assist with buying tools, order entry, line sheets, and assortment recaps.
- Provide regional insights based on client trends, store feedback, and historical performance.
- Ensure product and pricing information is accurate across buying documents.
- Monitor weekly product performance, including sales, margin, and sell-through.
- Recommend reorders, replenishment, transfers, or consolidations based on performance and stock levels.
- Track deliveries, delays, and product availability with Allocation and Supply Chain.
- Serve as a point of contact for stores on product knowledge, assortment priorities, and in-season direction.
- Support product storytelling, training resources, and selling strategies for key categories.
- Manage sample needs for meetings, training, photoshoots, and events.
- Track fashion trends, competitive assortments, and client preferences to inform seasonal buys and in-season decisions.
- Share insights with cross-functional teams to support product strategy and regional relevance.
- Prepare weekly and monthly performance recaps highlighting category wins, risks, and opportunities.
- Analyze KPIs including sales, sell-through, weeks of supply, and inventory health.
- Support end-of-season recaps and post-mortem analysis.
- Partner with Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Retail Operations, Wholesale, Marketing, and HQ teams.
- Support buying meetings, collection reviews, and product approvals.
- Ensure alignment across teams on product priorities, timing, and strategy.
Qualifications
- 2–3+ years of experience in Merchandising, Buying, or Planning within luxury or premium fashion.
- Strong analytical ability, proficiency in Excel, and familiarity with merchandising and buying systems.
- Solid understanding of the product lifecycle, retail KPIs, and fashion trends.
- Excellent communication and partnership skills.
- Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Ability to balance creativity with commercial objectives.
Skills
Experience
2–3+ years in Merchandising, Buying, or Planning within luxury or premium fashion
Workplace
This position is based in New York City, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 55,000 to USD 65,000 per annum.
Benefits
Eligible for variable commission; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k) plan; FSA plans.
Culture
Dolce&Gabbana’s workplace culture is shaped by its Italian heritage, expressive creativity and exacting standards of craftsmanship. Teams work within a distinctive creative vision that blends Sicilian influences with theatrical flair, placing strong emphasis on aesthetic identity, artisanal know-how and meticulous attention to detail.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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