Huckberry is an independent online retailer and magazine for those who love adventure. We're a team of 80ish based in San Francisco, California with offices in Columbus, Ohio. 

Over a million and a half young, active professionals trust us as their leading resource for emerging brands, gear, and lifestyle inspiration.

We're bootstrapped, profitable and proud (read our story here: Bit.ly/TheHuckberryStory), and have been called "the future of eCommerce for guys." We look forward to meeting you.

As a member of our Brand Partnerships team, you'll be an integral part of bringing the best third party Home brands and products to our customers - think everything from personal kegs to bourbon scented candles. The category will be the merchandising vision of you! What do you think the Huckberry Home looks like? 

We’re looking for a smart, data driven, well-rounded hustler with a strong work ethic, and sound judgement who loves great product! Retail Buying, Merchandising, or Merchandise Planning experience is a requirement. This role includes management of at least one Assistant Buyer.

You will meet/exceed the financial goals of the Department by selecting  A+ product assortments including exclusive collections, executing strategic monthly order flows, and managing sell-through. Maintaining and nurturing ongoing brand relationships and real friendships with our partners is a key to success.

You’ll work closely with Huckberry Creative Teams to produce compelling, exclusive marketing campaigns. 

This is a mid-level/senior position. We’re looking for someone who has taken the posters down in his/her own home (or at least framed them) and has great perspective on how to make the Huckberry guys life better when he's not adventuring outside. The successful Home Buyer is a well-rounded hustler with a strong work ethic, sound judgement, and a zest of life & gear!

Position Responsibilities

• Home Department Merchandiser - what does the Huckberry Home look like?
• Attend Market Shows, Product Test, and place PO’s with third party brands
• Partner with in-house designers to create exclusive product
• Manage Strategic PO Flow 
• Manage Inventory Turn
• Manage Home Assistant Buyer
• Negotiate buying terms with vendors (price, quantity, delivery/ payment terms) with win-win goals
• Work with Creative Services teams to produce an event of high marketing, storytelling & sales power for our partners
• Establish & maintain vendor relationships

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 1-3 years professional experience in buying or merchandise planning 
• Experience working in a Home focused company and/or department a big plus
• Demonstrates overcoming objections in sales/negotiations
  
• Proven Sales Record
  
• Highly detail oriented and organized
• A passion for products, gear, and the outdoors
• Excitement for Huckberry and our mission!
• E-commerce experience is preferred
• Demonstrates understanding of merchandising and retail math
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills

* Hello, Andy — Huckberry Co-founder here. I honestly wish I could reply to each and every one of you, but we're expecting a ton of applications. So, if you don't hear back from me, please don't take it personally. We're growing like a weed and will be hiring for a bunch more positions in the near future. In the meantime, see you out there!

Want to get to know us better?

Check out:

• The Huckberry Story: Bit.ly/TheHuckberryStory
• The Huckberry Journal: Huckberry.com/journal
  
• Instagram: Instagram.com/Huckberry
• Twitter: Twitter.com/Huckberry