Blue Bottle Coffee is looking to solve the problem of developing and executing business strategies and product assortments for both cafe and e-commerce channels to drive sales and profits. This involves identifying category opportunities, developing new physical products, and ensuring their successful launch and profitability in the US market.
Requirements
- Operate in PLM and data reporting applications.
- Advanced knowledge of retail math.
- Highly proficient to advanced in Excel and PPT or Google slides and presenting.
- 5+ years of experience of Buying/Merchandising experience.
- Extensive understanding of merchandise development processes used in retail environments.
- Meticulous attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize work and resources across long- and short-term needs.
- Resourceful problem-solving skills with proven ability to think critically, analytically and strategically.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, present, and recap sales trends to leadership teams.
- Execute competitive market analysis.
- Work with vendor partners on product development, ensuring timeline adherence.
- Execute seasonal and core product assortment planning.
- Collaborate on new product launches across channels.
- Manage product PnL through innovation process and review profitability of all items quarterly.
- Operate in PLM and data reporting applications.
Other
- Remote role; candidate must be based in a café market, ideally in California or New York.
- You are equal parts diligent planner, exceptional leader, and entrepreneurial business builder.
- As someone with a high interest and passion for coffee and design, you'll bring your refined taste level and dedication to protect and elevate our brand.
- You excel in the dynamic space between operations, product management and brand, using your strong interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally and break down barriers between teams.
- The ideal candidate thrives in a growing, fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional organization, and maintains an upbeat, can-do attitude.
