- Experience
- Senior
- Company size
- Mid-size
Open to US only. Set where you work from to check your eligibility.
No BS summary
Buyer with 5-7 years of experience in buying/merchandising needed to support product assortment strategy. Requires strong Excel/Google Sheets skills for managing OTB spreadsheets and analyzing assortment performance. Will work with vendors, product designers, and supply chain to source and develop products.
Required skills
What you'll do
- Work closely with VP, Merchandising to execute seasonal and quarterly buying strategies that meet aesthetic, financial, and operational goals
- Manage product development projects alongside Product Development team while identifying off-the-shelf product opportunities that compliment proprietary products
- Identify and manage off-the-shelf vendor relationships including negotiating pricing, terms, lead times, and order quantities while fostering collaborative, long-term partnerships for the business
- Review vendor proposals and product samples; assess quality, design, and value to ensure alignment with Vesta standards
- Own and manage OTB spreadsheets to maintain accuracy across purchasing data, pricing, and timelines in what is a highly hands-on tracking environment with limited automation – advanced excel/google sheets skills are critical
- Work closely with Director of Supply Chain to execute demand plan, purchase orders, and manage vendor relations connected to purchases
- Analyze assortment performance and curation against usage rates, staging cost per square foot targets, and ultimate sell through
- Collaborate with Creative Directors to ensure an assortment that supports the needs of the designers and their clients
- Identify and present assortment gaps and new product opportunities to VP, Merchandising by staying current on market trends, designer needs, and industry innovations
- Provide clear reporting and insights on vendor performance, assortment health, and business opportunities to VP, Merchandising
- Maintain organized, detail-oriented records of vendor communications and quarterly assortment planning
- Demonstrate a passion for good design and a discerning eye for product, contributing to Vesta’s reputation for timeless, high-quality, and well-curated home furnishings
- Approach responsibilities with flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit, always looking for ways to innovate and move the business forward
What they require
- BA/BS Degree Preferred; or equivalent work experience.
- 5-7 years Buying/Merchandising experience.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer-covered Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD) plans (with Medical Insurance election)
Vesta Home (dba Showroom Group) is changing the way that homes are marketed--and furniture is sold. We're obsessed with the client experience for our full-service offerings: interior design, luxury staging, elevated furniture rentals and custom furniture production, fueled by our proprietary technology and logistics expertise. Founded in 2017, our team of 50+ designers creates thoughtful, stunning interiors for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. We proudly partner with top realtors, developers, the design trade and personalities on some of the most prestigious properties on the high-end market; chances are, you’ve seen our interiors in major design magazines as well as shows like Bravo's Million Dollar Listings and Netflix's Selling Sunset. The #1 home staging brand in the country, Vesta’s design and local market depth in Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and South Florida helps to sell multimillion-dollar properties faster and above ask–and allows buyers to seamlessly move into beautiful furnished spaces. The company’s interior design and custom furniture services are available worldwide.