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Assistant Buyer | Dermstore
thehutgroup
US1mo ago
About the role
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About THG</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Our portfolio of</span><span data-contrast="auto"> leading retailers and brands such as LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty form our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">From Manchester to New York, we’re powered by a team of over 2500 people who work together, lead by example, and think BIG. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">With us, you’ll go further, faster. What are you waiting for?</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":279}"> </span></p></div><p><strong>Life at THG Beauty </strong></p>
<p>We know that beauty isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our portfolio of leading retailers and iconic beauty brands caters to everyone, everywhere, empowering customers all over the world to look and feel fantastic.</p>
<p>By combining our portfolio of owned brands with a marketplace for over 1,300 third-party beauty brands through online retail sites LOOKFANTASTIC, Cult Beauty, and Dermstore, THG Beauty's ambition is to be the global digital partner of choice across the beauty industry, supporting the channel shift to online.</p>
<p>THG Beauty’s breadth of relationships is unique to the beauty market; it engages with brands as a retailer, a brand owner, and a product developer and manufacturer, making it the industry’s digital strategic leader. </p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Why be an Assistant Buyer at THG Beauty?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<p>Dermstore is the premier destination for professional-grade skincare and clinical beauty, curated by experts and trusted by enthusiasts. Since its founding by a dermatologist, Dermstore has been a pioneer in the digital beauty space, offering a highly curated selection of the world’s most efficacious brands across skincare, hair care, and cosmetics. As a leader in prestige beauty e-commerce, we bridge the gap between clinical expertise and a premium shopping experience.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly organized, analytical, and proactive Assistant Buyer to support the growth and management of our premium product assortment. In this role, you will be a key executional partner to the category Buyer, ensuring the accuracy of our product catalog and the success of vendor collaborations. You will serve as the operational engine for your category, managing everything from SKU optimization and site presentation to the logistical execution of promotional events and sampling programs. This is a critical role for a detail-oriented self-starter who is eager to dive into the analytical side of beauty retail and identify new opportunities for category expansion.</p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">As an Assistant Buyer</span><span data-contrast="auto">, you’ll: </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1}"> </span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Support top-line sales growth and vendor collaboration by managing the end-to-end product assortment for the assigned category</li>
<li>Own the accuracy and optimization of the product catalog, including pricing, content, and images for the set-up and launch of new brands</li>
<li>Edit and refine brand pages for key vendors to ensure assortments highlight hero products and showcase "newness" effectively</li>
<li>Identify and lead optimization projects for product pages and attribution to maximize site conversion</li>
<li>Secure samples and gifts-with-purchase (GWPs) from vendors, partnering with marketing and planning teams to execute promotions</li>
<li>Provide executional support for buy plans, SKU audits, discontinued inventory management, and brand trainings</li>
<li>Analyze competitor performance and industry trends with a curious mindset to uncover white spaces and product opportunities</li>
<li>Maintain consistent vendor communication and provide administrative support for category meetings and sales reporting</li>
</ul>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What skills and experience do I need for this role?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li>4-year undergraduate degree required</li>
<li>0-1 years of relevant experience in retail, buying, or e-commerce</li>
<li>Excellent computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines</li>
<li>Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and accuracy</li>
<li>Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Proactive self-starter with a positive attitude and a team-player mentality</li>
<li>Ability to thrive in a high-velocity, fast-paced environment </li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What’s in it for me?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":279}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Salary: $60,000 - $65,000</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Hybrid Work Model - 3 days office/2 days home</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Medical, Dental, Vision plans<br></span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">401K matched up to 5%</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Short and long-term disability</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Exclusive employee discounts off THG Brands</span></li>
</ul>
<p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.</strong></p>
<p><strong>THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our <span class="mark75xs2u5gf" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">Talent</span> team to discuss further.</strong></p></div>
Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Pension Matching
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