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    05/30/2025

    SAINT LAURENT Associate Buyer, Womens Leather Goods

    Saint Laurent - Regular
    NEW YORK - United States of America

    ABOUT SAINT LAURENT Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche’, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio- cultural landscape. In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April 2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe. Today, Saint Laurent collections include women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties and eyewear.

    We are currently seeking a Women’s Leather Goods Associate Buyer, who will report to the Senior Accessories Buyer as part of our dynamic team in New York. 

    ROLE

    You will support the Leather Goods Buyer, as an ambassador of the Leather Goods world inspiring our teams and clients.  You will assist in curating market-specific assortments and evaluate sales results.   You will also maintain knowledge of the competitive landscape and target customer profiles through strong partnerships with store leaders and competitive analyses.  You will also cultivate strong partnerships with our partners in Paris. 

    TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Inspire passion for our Leather Goods internally and externally
    • Liaison between our region and global partners in Paris
    • Assist in developing and executing seasonal buys for Leather Goods
    • Partner with buyer to analyze sales and define action plans in order to further grow the category
    • Ensure stock optimization
    • Assist in monitoring core replenishment stock and sales 
    • Closely monitor business by store, SKU and implement initiatives to maximize local business opportunities
    • Compose weekly, seasonal and ad hoc business recaps   
    • Partner with global team on product feedback, strategic pricing and general market needs  
    • Host in-store trainings
    • Demonstrate keen understanding of product, design, and industry trends to drive business decisions
    • Develop strong partnerships with store leaders
    • Work closely with other internal departments including: Marketing, E-comm, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Public Relations, Supply Chain and Client Services

    PROFILE

    • Passion for our brand
    • Strong taste level and appreciation of luxury product
    • Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities with strong time management and organizational skills
    • Strong business acumen
    • Proficient in retail math (stock to sales, sell-through, inventory turn, etc.)
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
    • International travel to Paris as well as local travel to US stores
    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • Minimum 3-4 years in buying within luxury retail, experience in Leather Goods is preferred

    A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $80,000 – 95,000 with bonus eligibility.

    Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

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