Assistant Buyer

Why be an Assistant Buyer at THG Beauty?

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.

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.

As an Assistant Buyer, you’ll:

Support top-line sales growth and vendor collaboration by managing the end-to-end product assortment for the assigned category
Own the accuracy and optimization of the product catalog, including pricing, content, and images for the set-up and launch of new brands
Edit and refine brand pages for key vendors to ensure assortments highlight hero products and showcase "newness" effectively
Identify and lead optimization projects for product pages and attribution to maximize site conversion
Secure samples and gifts-with-purchase (GWPs) from vendors, partnering with marketing and planning teams to execute promotions
Provide executional support for buy plans, SKU audits, discontinued inventory management, and brand trainings
Analyze competitor performance and industry trends with a curious mindset to uncover white spaces and product opportunities
Maintain consistent vendor communication and provide administrative support for category meetings and sales reporting

What skills and experience do I need for this role?

4-year undergraduate degree required
0-1 years of relevant experience in retail, buying, or e-commerce
Excellent computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and accuracy
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
Proactive self-starter with a positive attitude and a team-player mentality
Ability to thrive in a high-velocity, fast-paced environment