What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Buyer position at Fjällräven?
Do you crave adventure and have a passion for the outdoors? Do you also have a keen eye for retail trends and a strategic mind? If so, then Fjällräven wants you! We're seeking a thoughtful and collaborative Retail Buyer to join our team and shape the future of our brick-and-mortar and e-commerce strategies.
What’s In It For You
When you join us, you are offered several great benefits. Here are some things to expect at Fjällräven and Fenix Outdoor:
About The Role
Fjallraven has an opportunity for a retail buyer to help bring retail merchandising strategies to life for our stores. As the Retail Buyer for Fjällräven North America’s Direct-to-User Channel, you will develop and execute retail merchandising strategies that optimize sales, margin, inventory turnover, and financial goals. You will drive and implement the planning, forecasting, and distribution for Fjällräven and our other Fenix Outdoor family of premium outdoor brands. Your strong analytical and reporting skills will be a great asset when analyzing historic sales and market trends to predict product opportunities. You will work directly with our brick-and-mortar store and e-commerce store teams and cross-functionally with other business functions to develop and implement these strategies for the merchandise financial and store assortment plans.
This full-time, exempt position is based out of our offices in Louisville, CO, and reports to the Senior Merchandise Manager.
What You Will Do
At Fjällräven, we create life-altering experiences in nature by providing a full range of products and specialty outdoor retail stores across several countries. Our company enables people to enjoy life outside.
We’re a team of nature lovers, some more experienced than others, and we enjoy being outside. Whether in a city park or climbing the peak of a mountain, sustaining the world we live in is a top priority in what we do. After all, our business is nature.
We are buyers, e-Comm specialists and strategists, marketers, communicators, sales staff, customer service reps, business developers, and more. In nature, we’re all the same.
READY TO JOIN OUR ADVENTURE?
Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at Fjällräven! Applications close May 31, 2024.
Fjällräven celebrates diversity and is committed to continually striving to create and grow a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We aim to facilitate a safe, fair, and kind work environment where all feel welcome and can thrive.
What’s In It For You
When you join us, you are offered several great benefits. Here are some things to expect at Fjällräven and Fenix Outdoor:
- A stimulating work environment with passionate, enthusiastic co-workers
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth that will elevate your career
- A company that treasures sustainability and acts to create future stewards of nature
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident
- 401k with generous company match
- Financial wellness program, including access to financial coaching and loans
- Generous schedule of company-paid holidays
- Product discounts on all Fenix Outdoor brands
- Industry discounts and more…
About The Role
Fjallraven has an opportunity for a retail buyer to help bring retail merchandising strategies to life for our stores. As the Retail Buyer for Fjällräven North America’s Direct-to-User Channel, you will develop and execute retail merchandising strategies that optimize sales, margin, inventory turnover, and financial goals. You will drive and implement the planning, forecasting, and distribution for Fjällräven and our other Fenix Outdoor family of premium outdoor brands. Your strong analytical and reporting skills will be a great asset when analyzing historic sales and market trends to predict product opportunities. You will work directly with our brick-and-mortar store and e-commerce store teams and cross-functionally with other business functions to develop and implement these strategies for the merchandise financial and store assortment plans.
This full-time, exempt position is based out of our offices in Louisville, CO, and reports to the Senior Merchandise Manager.
What You Will Do
- Own the buying process for our Direct-to-User channel, including seasonal purchases, assortments, and life cycle management.
- Develop data-driven merchandising plans that optimize sales, margins, and inventory.
- Partner with store and e-commerce teams to create winning seasonal assortments and promotions.
- Analyze sales data and market trends to identify new product opportunities.
- Travel to stores (approx. 15%) to gain insights and build relationships.
- A retail buying pro with 5 years of experience, ideally in multi-store apparel or footwear.
- Someone who has a degree in Business Administration, Fashion/Merchandising, or other related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
- A data whiz with a knack for analyzing trends and making informed decisions, including the use of retail math
- A team player with excellent communication skills (written & verbal), including strong skills in Microsoft Office
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Someone who is willing and able to travel (estimated 15% of the time)
- A passionate outdoor enthusiast (a plus!)
At Fjällräven, we create life-altering experiences in nature by providing a full range of products and specialty outdoor retail stores across several countries. Our company enables people to enjoy life outside.
We’re a team of nature lovers, some more experienced than others, and we enjoy being outside. Whether in a city park or climbing the peak of a mountain, sustaining the world we live in is a top priority in what we do. After all, our business is nature.
We are buyers, e-Comm specialists and strategists, marketers, communicators, sales staff, customer service reps, business developers, and more. In nature, we’re all the same.
READY TO JOIN OUR ADVENTURE?
Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at Fjällräven! Applications close May 31, 2024.
Fjällräven celebrates diversity and is committed to continually striving to create and grow a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We aim to facilitate a safe, fair, and kind work environment where all feel welcome and can thrive.
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