Assistant Buyer, Ready to Wear

Welcome to the world of luxury fashion retail with Neiman Marcus Group! We are currently seeking an Assistant Buyer to join our Ready to Wear team. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to assist our seasoned buyers in selecting and purchasing the finest ready to wear merchandise for our prestigious brand. As a key member of our buying team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our customers have access to the most coveted and on-trend fashion pieces. If you have a passion for fashion, a keen eye for detail, and strong analytical skills, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and be a part of a dynamic and innovative team that is committed to delivering an exceptional shopping experience for our customers.

1. Work closely with senior buyers to assist in the selection and purchase of ready to wear merchandise for Neiman Marcus Group.
2. Conduct market research and analysis to identify current and upcoming trends in the luxury fashion industry.
3. Assist in creating and maintaining relationships with vendors and designers to ensure access to the best merchandise.
4. Help monitor inventory levels and make recommendations for reorders and new purchases.
5. Collaborate with planning and allocation teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of merchandise.
6. Assist in negotiating prices, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
7. Ensure that all purchasing decisions align with the brand's image and target market.
8. Review and analyze sales data to make informed decisions on product assortment and pricing.
9. Attend fashion shows, trade shows, and other industry events to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and collections.
10. Provide support to the buying team with administrative tasks, such as creating purchase orders and maintaining accurate records.
11. Maintain a strong understanding of the luxury fashion market, including competitor analysis and pricing strategies.
12. Collaborate with visual merchandising team to ensure optimal product placement and presentation in stores.
13. Communicate with store teams to gather feedback on merchandise performance and make necessary adjustments.
14. Uphold the company's standards of excellence in customer service and create an exceptional shopping experience for customers.
15. Assist in training and mentoring junior buying team members.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Assistant Buyer, Ready to Wear in New York, NY, USA is $35,000 - $65,000 per year. This can vary depending on the specific company, experience level, and location within New York City.

At NMG, our flagship brands, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, are all about building relationships. We lead with love for our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities, recognizing that these are the building blocks of our success. Our integrated luxury retail strategy is designed to create long-lasting connections with our customers, and we believe that these relationships are what drive emotional and high-value experiences.

Our 10,000+ associates are experts in delivering a personalized luxury experience across our three integrated retail facets: in-store, online, and remote selling. We believe that our NMG|Way culture is what sets us apart, powered by our people who bring individual talents together into a collective strength that makes life extraordinary.

Our focus on building relationships, combined with our commitment to personalized luxury experiences, sets us apart in the retail industry. We believe that our NMG|Way culture, our people, and our integrated approach to luxury retail are what make us successful in delivering an exceptional customer experience.