Job Description

We are partnering confidentially with a globally recognized, multi-billion-dollar, New York-based retail leader on a high-impact hybrid opportunity based in New York City.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly visible merchandising team responsible for shaping product assortments for a fast-growing kids’ business. The Buyer will play a key role in driving product strategy, building compelling assortments, and delivering against sales and margin goals within a dynamic, trend-driven retail environment.

This role is ideal for someone who combines strong commercial instincts with creativity—someone who understands how to translate trends into product that resonates with both kids and parents while driving meaningful business results.

Why This Opportunity

This position offers broad exposure across Planning, Allocation, Marketing, and Store Optimization, with the opportunity to directly influence both pre-season and in-season business decisions.

The organization is in a pivotal phase of growth, continuing to evolve its merchandising strategy and deepen its connection to consumer behavior and cultural trends. This role will be instrumental in shaping assortments that balance brand excitement with strong financial performance.

What You’ll Own

• Own and drive product assortment strategy for a key kids’ category, balancing trend, demand, and financial performance
• Partner with vendors and product development teams to curate assortments that maximize sales, margin, and customer appeal
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, and customer insights to inform buying decisions and identify opportunities
• Lead vendor negotiations to secure the best product, pricing, and terms
• Partner closely with Planning and Allocation teams to develop and execute financial plans
• Manage the product lifecycle from pre-line planning through delivery and in-season optimization
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing and Store teams to ensure strong product storytelling and execution
• Stay closely connected to the market through travel, trend analysis, and competitive insights

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in retail or e-commerce buying, merchandising, or a related field
• Proven ability to contribute to or own assortment decisions that drive sales and margin performance
• Strong understanding of kids’ apparel, footwear, and/or youth culture trends
• Ability to balance product appeal for both kids and parent decision-makers
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable decisions
• Experience working directly with vendors, including negotiation and relationship management
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across Planning, Allocation, and Marketing
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with tools such as Power BI or assortment planning systems is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree preferred