Senior Buyer
About SHEIN
SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, offering SHEIN branded apparel and products from a global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, with more than 15,000 employees operating from offices around the world, SHEIN is committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on-demand production methodology, for a smarter, future-ready industry.
Position Summary
We are seeking a full-time Senior Buyer (official title: Senior Buyer I) to join our Los Angeles–based corporate office. In this role, you will develop styles across all categories for one or more of SHEIN’s sub-brands in a fast-paced environment. You will leverage sales data to inform product decisions and manage the end-to-end development process, including trend research, supplier identification, purchase order execution, and on-time delivery.
The ideal candidate has a strong fashion sensibility, a deep understanding of current and emerging trends, and the ability to translate insights into commercially successful products.
Job Responsibilities
Partner with the Head of Merchandising to execute product strategy and optimize assortment planning
Develop new products, including creating technical specification packages and selecting fabrics, trims, colors, and embellishments
Oversee the design development process through final production, including fittings
Conduct vendor research and selection to improve profitability, reduce operating costs, and increase efficiency
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality standards and on-time delivery
Manage and execute purchase agreements, monitor vendor performance, and renegotiate contracts as needed
Research trends and anticipate consumer shopping behaviors to guide product decisions
Analyze sales data to identify opportunities for product optimization and adjustments
Manage product launch timelines and maintain accurate sample records
Mentor and support Assistant Buyers
Job Requirements
3+ years of professional experience in womenswear buying
Advanced proficiency in Excel
Demonstrated ability to identify, conceptualize, and execute aesthetic direction aligned with trends, seasonality, and business objectives
Strong negotiation, budgeting, and vendor management skills
Data-driven mindset with the ability to leverage analytics for strategic decision-making
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally at least twice per year
Benefits and Perks
Bonus eligible
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
Health Savings Account with Employer Funding
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)
Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance
Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)
Employee Assistance Program
Business Travel Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor
Vacation, paid holidays, floating holiday and sick days
Employee discounts
Free weekly catered lunch
Dog-friendly office (available at select locations)
Free gym access (available at select locations)
Free swag giveaways
Annual Holiday Party
Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages
#LI-YC1 Pay Range $63,900 — $104,900 USD