MINISO USA · 10 hours ago
Associate Buyer
US-CA-West Covina
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $72K/yr
3+ years expMINISO USA is seeking an Associate Buyer to support procurement efforts for their respective categories. This role focuses on assortment strategy, vendor management, and driving profitable product assortments while developing strategic thinking and market awareness.
Retail
Responsibilities
Support the Buyer in developing and executing buying strategies to curate trend-driven product assortments that align with customer preferences and product / IP trends, while achieving optimal SKU count and balancing newness vs. evergreen skus
Analyze sales, inventory, and market trends to identify key opportunities and influence assortment decisions
Assist in building and executing balanced assortments that meet customer demand and reflect current trends
Partner closely with planning to manage timelines, monitor delivery flow, and support quality control
Maintain and update assortment tools and buy plans, ensuring accuracy and alignment with OTB and line plans
Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Planning, Allocation, Visual and Marketing to bring product to market successfully
Conduct competitive analysis and market research to identify trends, customer preferences, and whitespace opportunities
Contribute to vendor and internal product meetings by preparing relevant insights and recaps
Support the Buyer in identifying pricing strategies and managing KPI goals
Perform research analysis of their respective category market to identify trends and opportunities, tailoring insights to enhance the core customer’s experience and identify new growth opportunities and business strategies
Generate detailed reports on product performance, both weekly and monthly
Skillfully use and navigate internal systems like OA, SAP, and other related software applications
Undertake any other related tasks or projects as they arise
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in the retail sector, with a significant advantage for those having extensive experience and resources in trend focused retail
Advanced proficiency in MS office applications for analytical tasks and reporting. Familiarity with OA/SAP platforms is extremely beneficial
Demonstrated capability in efficiently addressing and resolving challenges
Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently without compromising quality
Excellent communication skills for both internal discussions and external negotiations
Proven track record of collaborating cross-functionally with diverse teams across different locations and time zones
Keen attention to detail and a commitment to high work standards
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, maintaining composure under pressure, and quickly respond to market or strategic changes
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data insightfully
A team player with an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong passion for the industry
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for business needs, including domestic and international trips for clients visits, industry conferences, etc
Bachelor's degree in business, preferably with a specialization in Supply Chain Management
Additionally, a minimum of 3 years or more substantial work experience in a buying capacity
Company
MINISO USA
MINISO is a globally recognized retail brand, offering high-quality, affordable products with innovative designs. Since entering the U.S.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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