Summary

ABOUT SAINT LAURENT

Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche’, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio- cultural landscape.
In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April
2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe.
Today, Saint Laurent collections include women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties and eyewear.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Women’s Ready to Wear Associate Buyer, who will report to the WRTW Buyer as part of our dynamic team in New York.

ROLE

As an ambassador of the Women’s Ready to Wear world, you will support the Buyer in curating compelling, market-relevant assortments while driving business performance. This role requires both analytical precision and elevated taste level. In close collaboration with our teams in Paris, and key internal stakeholders, you will help ensure alignment between global vision and local market opportunity.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspire passion for our Women’s Ready-to-Wear internally and externally.
Support the development and execution of seasonal buying strategies for Women’s RTW
Assist in curating market-specific assortments aligned with brand vision and commercial opportunity
Partner with buyer to analyze sales performance and identify actionable insights to drive category growth
Monitor business by store and SKU to optimize stock levels and maximize local opportunities
Support core replenishment strategy and inventory optimization
Prepare weekly, seasonal, and ad hoc business recaps with clear recommendations
Partner with global teams in Paris on product feedback, pricing strategy, and regional market needs
Act as liaison between regional and global partners
Develop strong partnerships with store leaders to capture qualitative and quantitative feedback
Lead and support in-store product trainings to inspire product knowledge and brand storytelling
Maintain strong awareness of competitive landscape and evolving client profiles
Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, E-Commerce, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Public Relations, Supply Chain, and Client Services

PROFILE

Deep passion for the brand and the Women’s RTW category
Strong taste level and appreciation for luxury product and design
Demonstrated business acumen with solid retail math expertise (sell-through, stock-to-sales, inventory turn, etc.)
Highly analytical with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners
3–4 years of buying experience within luxury retail (RTW preferred)
Bachelor’s degree required
Willingness to travel internationally (Paris) and domestically as needed

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $80,000-84,000, plus bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and a retirement plan with employer contributions

Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2026-03-30

Schedule

Full time

Organization

YSL America Holding Inc.

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