FabFitFun is looking for an Associate Buyer to join our Merchandising Department! This Assistant Buyer will help support our Beauty vertical as they build and maintain brand partnerships to drive growth across our seasonal subscription box and corresponding e-Commerce flash sales.

Location: This role is based out of our HQ in Beverly Hills, CA and is not eligible for remote. We are presently operating from a hybrid schedule of 4 days a week in-office (Monday-Thursday). Hybrid schedule/cadence subject to change at any time.

What You’ll Do

• Drive and exceed revenue goals by managing a portion of Tier 2 & 3 brand relationships (new and existing)
• Source products and follow up on leads across the Skincare, and Bath & Body category for e-Commerce opportunities
• Foster brand relationships to ensure brand growth where applicable, member satisfaction, and retention
• Partners with Senior Buyer and Buyer on creating a balanced, diversified assortment that serves members and business in a strategic, focused way
• Negotiate and create vendor agreements and contracts with brands
• Displays understanding of the components of product and style within category and is able to clearly and effectively speak to them
• Ensure on time delivery and data accuracy of products on site
• Work with our Customer Service team to communicate product related issues
• Help manage brand campaigns with our Marketing and Editorial teams
• Provides clear and timely communication as it relates to PO management, vendor needs, and internal deliverables
• Contributes to business analysis (hindsights) and recommends key takeaways to influence and support strategies
• Support Director and Sr Buyer by entering and maintaining accurate brand data and assets in SalesForce, Ironclad, Wrike, and updating internal documents

What You’ll Bring

• 2-3 years of buying or merchandising experience (preferably within an e-commerce environment) with proven abilities in relationship management and exposure to negotiations and contracts
• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Communications or a related field
• Experience negotiating complex deals with vendors
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills
• Ability to operate independently while establishing strong working relationships with co-workers and cross-functional teams
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Solution oriented with ability to evaluate scenarios prior to bringing to Director/Senior Buyer
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Salesforce, and have aptitude to learn technical applications quickly
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to adapt well to change in direction and priority in a fast-paced environment

The expected salary for this position is $70,000. The compensation package will also include an initial equity grant, in addition to a range of generous medical, dental, vision and other perks & benefits.Compensation decisions are determined using a variety of job-related factors such as skill set, geographic location, market demands, experience, and education / certifications. If we extend an offer for employment, we will consider all individual qualifications.