About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The Associate Buyer role at SHEIN is a full-time job based in the Los Angeles corporate office. This position involves working on core merchandising and visual workflows. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end sample lifecycle, assist with product styling and outfit coordination, and manage new item launch linking systems. The job requires the candidate to work on styling and photoshoot support, as well as new item launch and linking management. The role is a key operational component, handling administrative and logistical tasks to ensure product readiness, data accuracy, and successful launches. The company is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, and the position is part of the merchandising team.
Responsibilities
- Assist the senior buyer with daily product styling, outfit combinations, and visual coordination
- Prepare the photoshoot presentation at least one week in advance
- Coordinate with the Creative and Studio teams to schedule and prepare for upcoming photoshoots
- Ensure all clothing, shoes, and accessory samples required for photoshoots are organized, labeled, and ready for onset utilization
- Partner with the Creative and Studio teams to ensure the photoshoot schedule runs smoothly without delays
- Track and communicate any missing or delayed samples to the relevant teams promptly
- Monitor the weekly new item launching schedule to ensure all SKC targets are met accurately and on time
- Submit the comprehensive launch plan every Wednesday for the following week
- Review each day’s launch readiness at least one business day prior to going live
- Actively identify and communicate linking errors, missing measurements, or readiness concerns to backend teams before strict deadlines
- Maintain and update launch trackers with real-time status updates, delays, and revised timelines
Requirements & Qualifications
- Experience in merchandising and visual workflows is implied to be beneficial for this role
How to Apply
- Review the job description to ensure you are a good fit for the position.
- Prepare your application materials, including your resume and any other required documents.
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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