Temporary Associate Buyer
@ Babylist

Hybrid
$93,600
Hybrid
Temporary
Posted 22 days ago

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About Babylist

Babylist is the leading registry, e-commerce, and content platform for growing families. With more than 9 million shoppers yearly, Babylist connects new parents with trusted guidance and expert product recommendations.

Our Culture and Work Arrangements

Babylist operates as a remote-first company with HQ team members across the U.S. and Canada. Temporary employees work remotely and participate in a collaborative, purpose-driven culture.

Role Overview - Temporary Associate Buyer

As a Temporary Associate Buyer at Babylist, you will support the buying team in executing category strategies and managing daily operations. Responsibilities include maintaining supplier relationships, assisting with vendor onboarding and negotiations, and ensuring product and pricing accuracy across systems. You will work cross-functionally with Inventory Management, Operations, and Site Merchandising to support assortment planning, promotional strategies and catalog management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage product setup, item creation, and assortment updates
  • Serve as a key point of contact for vendor communications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for accurate product information
  • Monitor category performance and inventory through regular reporting
  • Research market trends and competitive assortments

Who You Are

You bring 3-4 years of experience in buying, merchandising, or category management, ideally in e-commerce. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at data analysis and cross-team communication. Enthusiasm for consumer products, innovation, and market trends is key in this hands-on role.

Why Work at Babylist

  • Access to quality tools and remote work flexibility
  • Positive impact through products and support for families
  • Balanced work/life integration and career advancement opportunities
  • Competitive pay and benefits including health and 401(k) matching

Additional Information

This temporary position is expected to last 4-6 months, providing coverage for parental leave. Please note that temporary employees may have limited access to company offsites.

Key skills/competency

  • Buying
  • Merchandising
  • Vendor Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Category Management
  • E-commerce
  • Inventory
  • Negotiation
  • Operations
  • Assortment Planning

How to Get Hired at Babylist

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant buying and e-commerce experience.
  • Research Babylist: Understand their mission and remote culture.
  • Emphasize detail: Showcase accuracy, organization, data handling skills.
  • Prepare for interviews: Be ready with examples of vendor management.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Practice data analysis techniques.
Review e-commerce systems and product setup.
Understand inventory and reporting tools.
Familiarize with vendor negotiation software.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenge with vendor communication.
Explain time management in fast-paced environments.
Discuss teamwork in cross-functional projects.
Share an example of adapting to change.

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