iRiS Recruiting Solutions · 1 week ago
Ecommerce Buyer
Illinois, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expiRiS Recruiting Solutions is seeking an Ecommerce Buyer to develop and execute the online assortment strategy to drive sales and inventory productivity. This role involves collaborating with various teams to curate product assortments, manage inventory, and enhance the online customer experience.
RecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Christine Bauch
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end buying for assigned ecommerce categories, including assortment planning, vendor selection, and purchase order execution
Develop online-exclusive and channel-optimized assortments aligned with brand strategy and customer insights
Identify trends, customer demand, and competitive opportunities to inform buying decisions
Partner with vendors to negotiate cost, terms, exclusives, and promotional support
Manage sales, margin, and inventory KPIs, including sell-through, turns, and markdown performance
Partner with Inventory Planning to forecast demand and manage inventory flow to support ecommerce fulfillment
Execute markdown and promotional strategies to maximize profitability and inventory productivity
Monitor performance daily and react quickly to trends, risks, and opportunities
Collaborate with Ecommerce Merchandising to ensure optimal product presentation, pricing, and promotional execution
Support site strategies including new product launches, seasonal refreshes, and category updates
Analyze onsite performance metrics (conversion, AOV, traffic) to improve category results
Partner with Marketing on featured product placement, campaigns, and events
Work closely with Planning, Marketing, Supply Chain, Creative, and Technology teams to deliver a best-in-class online experience
Partner with stores and omnichannel teams to support integrated inventory and fulfillment strategies
Communicate category performance, risks, and opportunities to leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or related field
3–6 years of buying or merchandising experience, preferably in ecommerce or omnichannel retail
Strong understanding of ecommerce metrics, digital merchandising, and customer behavior
Proven ability to manage inventory, margin, and promotional strategies in a fast-paced environment
Advanced analytical skills with strong proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP, OMS, or ecommerce platforms preferred
Excellent negotiation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results driven
Preferred
Experience in [apparel / home / beauty / specialty retail]
Experience with online-only assortments or marketplace buying
Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics)
Benefits
Relocation offered
Opportunity to influence digital assortment strategy and customer experience.
Collaborative culture with room for growth and development.
Company
iRiS Recruiting Solutions
iRiS Recruiting Solutions believes that the success of a business depends on the strength of its workforce.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Bill Kuntz
Senior Vice President/Partner
Brian Heman
Partner and Supply Chain Recruiting Director
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