REVOLVE · 2 weeks ago
Senior Buyer / Merchant
REVOLVE is a leading fashion retailer, and they are seeking a Senior Buyer/Merchant to manage a portfolio of brands and drive strategic growth. This role involves overseeing product strategy, financial planning, and trend identification while leading cross-functional initiatives and managing a team.
Responsibilities
Brand Ownership & Strategy – Independently lead buying and merchandising for a portfolio of brands, driving long-term growth strategies aligned with company objectives
Strategic Planning & Innovation – Identify growth opportunities, develop actionable plans, and execute initiatives to expand categories and capture emerging trends
Market & Consumer Insights – Monitor trends, competitors, and customer behavior to guide product strategy, maintain deep knowledge of the REVOLVE customer and stay ahead of market trends
Buying & Merchandising Leadership – Oversee and lead all key milestone meetings, including Buy Meetings, Sketch Reviews, and Product Development Approvals, ensuring alignment across teams
Pricing, Cost & Margin Management – Establish pricing strategies and retail buckets while balancing margin goals and competitive positioning
Data-Driven Decision Making – Manage budgets and leverage sales data and reporting tools to optimize assortments and financial performance. Conduct research on top and bottom sellers, product elements, categories, and program development within REVOLVE/FWRD to inform strategic decisions and optimize offerings
Team Management & Development – Potentially lead and mentor a team of direct reports, overseeing workload, productivity, and career growth through guidance, delegation, and performance reviews. Provide strategic direction, problem-solving support, and feedback to build strong communication and leadership skills
Cross-Functional Leadership – Partner across departments and act as a key liaison to drive alignment, optimize processes, and support initiatives that enhance innovation and operational excellence
Operational Excellence – Optimize KPIs, reporting, and workflows to improve efficiency, while independently managing special projects and balancing priorities across multiple brands and initiatives
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in buying, merchandising, or retail planning, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Advanced understanding of garment construction, costing, fabrications, and value assessment
Strong understanding of retail math, including markup, margin planning, open-to-buy, and inventory productivity
Proven track record of strategic brand management and driving profitable growth
Highly skilled in data analysis, reporting tools, and business intelligence systems
Exceptional leadership, delegation, and team development abilities
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong, collaborative relationships
Deep knowledge of fashion industry trends, competitive market landscape, and consumer behavior
Company
REVOLVE
Revolve is a fashion company offering clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty styles.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2019-06-06IPO
2014-02-03Private Equity
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