Associate eCommerce Buyer

Behind every great product is someone who knew it belonged.

We’re looking for an Associate eCommerce Buyer who loves the behind-the-scenes magic — the spreadsheets, the sell-throughs, the subtle shifts in what people click and why. You’re organized, curious, and always ready to lend a hand (or a VLOOKUP). If you’ve got a sharp eye, a humble heart, and a passion for making things run smoothly, this might just be your happy place. Got a great eye, a sharp mind, and a soft spot for stuff people love? Read on and, if this sounds like you, please apply.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• This role is hybrid and you'll workl with our team in Boston on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• This application is unique and will take some time. We chose the questions with intention. If you don't answer them, we’ll assume you're not serious about joining the team. This is your chance to share more about yourself than a resume can convey. You may want to read all the questions before beginning your answers. Some find it helpful to compose answers in another format and paste them into the application.
• Our compensation strategy combines robust market data for companies our size and an innovative bonus program.
• Everyone who applies will get a response from a human. We know that's not the norm and that's ok.

Read carefully and, if this sounds like you, please apply and include your portfolio.

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REQUIREMENTS

• You have experience in the apparel industry and a strong interest in buying, merchandising and planning
• You have a working knowledge of the product creation lifecycle, from concept to eCommerce launch
• You’re highly proficient in Excel, including pivot tables, vlookups and basic data analysis
• Your insights and analysis have driven improvements in sales and gross margin
• You thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment and can pivot quickly as priorities shift.    
• Experience with Shopify, Google Analytics, or other eCommerce tools is a plus.
• Skillfull execution of advanced Excel functions like pivot tables and v-lookups
• A consistent habit of using your insights to increase revenue and optimal gross margin impacts for a business

JOB DESCRIPTION

YOUR OBJECTIVE: You work is critical support for the eCommerce merchandising team as they develop, launch, and analyze product assortments on Lifeisgood.com.

YOUR JOB

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare items for launch on website through attribution of key features and interests, Jira ticket entry and calendarization of launch dates to ensure timely and accurate execution
• Assist with the creation of weekly, monthly and season reporting tools to evaluate performance
• Support promotional planning and merchandising updates to ensure compelling product presentation
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Creative, Planning, Partnerships and Site Operations) to ensure alignment of product stories and launch timelines

Your Personal Attributes

• You believe passionately in our mission and embody the Life is Good Superpowers
• You are confident working independently and collaboratively with a team of creative professionals
• You give and receive feedback with thoughtfulness and a growth mindset
• You are excited about product storytelling and enhancing the customer experience through strategic merchandising
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can handle multiple tasks by prioritizing effectively
• You are known for your ability to give and receive feedback thoughtfully and constructively

YOU'LL KNOW YOU'RE SUCCESSFUL WHEN

• You meet your annual goals
• You are considered a cultural asset to the eCommerce team at Life is Good
• You have contributed to improving the speed and efficiency of the quick-turn product launch process
• You are viewed as a key point person for quickly turning around accurate and insightful information
• Your insights have led to increased revenue and gross margin

We are located in the innovative and thriving Fort Point neighborhood. Our community is full of green space, outstanding food, and entertainment options. We offer comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Transit or Parking Reimbursement Accounts, Life, AD&D, Short, and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with a match, Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, Good Vibes Time (we pay you to volunteer for the non-profit cause of your choice) and Family Time. And we have dogs that like to play.

You’ll contribute to helping kids heal from trauma as we serve our social mission, The Playmaker Project.

Life is Good is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender orientation, or expression, marital status or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law.