Jamble is a fashion marketplace that revolutionizes shopping with live streaming and interactive auctions. Backed by Y Combinator and Voodoo, our iOS app has just surpassed 1M downloads, making this an exciting time to join our team.

As a Buyer and Partnerships Manager at Jamble, you will play a key role in sourcing high-quality womenswear inventory, particularly in the Activewear and Contemporary fashion segments, through strategic partnerships and efficient stock acquisition processes. This entrepreneurial role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic startup environment.

Responsibilities:

Supplier Identification and Outreach: Identify and establish contact with potential suppliers, including leading brands and retailers such as Lululemon, Gymshark, Free People, Aritzia, and Anthropologie. Explore partnership opportunities to secure inventory.
Negotiation and Contract Management: Negotiate terms for stock acquisition, focusing on securing large volumes of inventory, including opportunities for destock and discount purchasing. Manage contracts and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
Market Analysis: Conduct research to identify trends and opportunities in the womenswear market, ensuring that Jamble's inventory aligns with current consumer demand.
Inventory Management: Collaborate with the logistics team to ensure efficient handling and storage of acquired stock, optimizing inventory levels to meet customer demand.
Partnership Development: Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners, fostering long-term collaborations that support Jamble's growth objectives.
Sales Strategy Support: Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to align stock acquisition with sales strategies, ensuring a consistent supply of desirable products from popular brands.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize analytics tools to track the performance of acquired stock, making data-driven adjustments to acquisition strategies as needed.

Profile:

Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the fashion or e-commerce industry.
Proven skills in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relations, with a focus on securing large volumes of inventory, including destock and discount purchasing.
Strong understanding of market trends and data analytics, with experience in leveraging data for strategy optimization.
Exceptional communication and team collaboration skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, experimental startup environment.

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Buyer & Partnerships Manager (Fashion)