Associate Buyer, Antiques and Vintage - Rejuvenation

Job Description

Antiques and Vintage Buyer – Rejuvenation

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

About The Merchandising Team

You will be part of the Rejuvenation Merchandising team, which builds an engaging, unique and functional assortment of home furnishings and decor. Our team considers all areas of the home, from the Living Room, to the Kitchen, to the Garden. We work cross-functionally with the Design, Sourcing, and Planning teams, as well as the Retail and Web channels to deliver small and large scale pieces for every style of home.

About The Antiques & Vintage Team

The Rejuvenation Antiques & Vintage team is responsible for grounding Rejuvenation’s product and brand stories in historic inspiration, authenticity and authority. As part of the team, you will bring a track record of driving business results and a passion for Antique Lighting, Furniture and Decor.

Overview Of The Antiques & Vintage Buyer Role

In this role, you will perform essential administrative tasks, uphold processes and work cross functionally to manage the flow on Antique one of a kind items through the entire product lifecycle. You will provides analyses that inform strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the division.

You will play a key role assisting in sourcing, and merchandising the division’s inventory, and serve as a primary representative of the division with vendors, customers, and brand partners.

This is a hybrid role - 4 days/week onsite in our Portland office required.

Responsibilities

• Owns the A&V business to drive demand, net and margin results, aligned with brand goals.
• Works with Web and Retail teams to fulfill channel-specific strategies to drive business results. Determine allocation of product to maintain stock levels and product mix for all sales channels
• Responds to business needs and determines the priorities of restoration products. Oversees operations and facilitates strategic workflow, providing direction to Restoration team. Assesses condition and type of antique items to identify product quality, comparable pricing, and adequate inventory levels.
• Manages all accounting processes required in the purchasing of antique product, including purchase order creation, item set up, vendor set up, invoicing and material cost capture.
• Maintains promotional, resource, and informational materials for customers, staff and store management.
• Collaborates with Merchandising, Design and Planning teams to define divisional inventory needs, and ensure the A&V product assortment and purchase plans reflect brand priorities and seasonal stories.
• Seeks out purchasing opportunities for antique products. Occasional overnight travel and remote buying required.
• Has purchasing authority for antique products - prepares checks for antique purchase transactions to ensure proper payment and verifies seller credentials to ensure validity of transaction.
• Negotiates optimal purchase cost of items and establishes price for re-sale to maintain and increase profitability.
• Shops competing markets and products to identify trends and relative market pricing to remain competitive.
• Researches items utilizing both the company archive and web resources to assist with restoration and to add value via attribution, story, and provenance.
• Responds to customer and brand partner inquiries and coordinates with Customer Service team to address customer needs.
  
  
  

Work Conditions

• Work is typically performed in both an office setting and in a manufacturing environment, where airborne particles, chemicals, flammable materials, dirt, grease, and mechanical / electrical equipment are present (Personal Protective Equipment provided).
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods, and to occasionally move, lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 50 pounds. This position requires the ability to visually recognize details and patterns at close range and to distinguish colors.
  
  
  

Criteria

• 2-3 years prior experience in Merchandising or Product/Category Management experience. Prior experience in Home Décor market preferred.
• Proven track record of driving top-line and bottom line results.
• High level of proficiency in MS Office suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• High level of proficiency in working with ERP system
• Ability to develop strong cross functional relationships
• Outstanding problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Process oriented with strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Thrives in a high energy and fast paced environment, with the ability to be flexible and react to rapidly changing business needs and priorities
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Periodic travel required (potentially up to 2-3 times per year)
  
  
  

Our Mission Around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored and appreciated.

Benefits Just For You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
  
  
  

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series
  
  
  

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

About Us

Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, west elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.