Remote Assistant Buyer

Summary

Join Huckberry as a member of the buying team to bring the best brands and products to customers by curating a world-class assortment. Work collaboratively with various teams to deliver on KPIs. Based in Austin, TX or remotely with relocation support. Ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience in Men’s buying, strong communication skills, financial skills, and is detail oriented.

Requirements

• Keen eye for style, trends, cool gear, and brand discovery
• Strong people and communication skills and a passion for retail
• Flexible, resilient, and positive
• 2-3 years of experience, preferably in Men’s buying
• Fundamental knowledge of retail math
• Highly detail oriented
• Ability to prioritize and hit tight deadlines
• Proficient in MS Excel with the ability to quickly pick up new systems
• Solid financial skills, be decisive, have a good sense of urgency, and thrive in an ever-changing environment

Responsibilities

• Establish strong vendor relationships to negotiate margins, return agreements, and guarantee first-to-market opportunities
• Manage PO communication via email with vendors — navigating sample coordination, changes, and delays
• Execute a seasonal merchandise strategy based on customer needs, product performance, industry trends, and business analytics
• Work collaboratively with our Creative to ensure product page buildout is complete ensuring timely product launches
• Recap and analyze selling, category, and vendor performance
• Manage PO deliveries with Brand Operations to ensure timely product launches
• Work collaboratively with our Marketing Team to launch seasonal campaigns

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• WFH flexibility & hybrid office
• 30 day paid sabbatical at 4 years
• Summer Fridays
• Company sponsored weekly workouts
• Mental health support
• Paid Parental Leave in every state
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Volunteer Time Off to volunteer with an organization you’re passionate about
• Generous employee discount