Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a VP, Buying in St. Louis, where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for footwear, customer-focused, and have a strong drive for retail sales, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning.

 

What will you be doing?

Budget management: Diligently manages investment and expense budgets to maximize company profit potential Performance management: Manages performance of each direct report and builds development plans that support growth and succession Vendor partnership: Defines key vendor partnerships and establishes goals and identifies opportunities to capitalize on mutually beneficial ventures that align with respective positioning and strategy Interdepartmental collaboration: Collaborates with Merchandise Planning, Operations, and Store Operations to align expectations, ensuring associates understand trends and identify potential opportunities Market exploration: Travels markets to understand merchandise trends and uses the information to influence future strategy and vision Buying oversight: Oversees the execution of preseason and in-season buying vision for each direct report, as well as the development of a lifecycle strategy, including pricing and exit plans Strategic Leadership: Leads and maximizes smart verticalization opportunities, oversees the Product Review process to deliver trend-right stories, and guides seasonal Go-To-Market meetings

Perks you will enjoy!

Our Shoe Discounts. No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Caleres brands Career Development and Learning Opportunities. Sharpen your skills with our Learning Database of 12,000+ courses, LinkedIn Learning, upfront education assistance, and join us for our annual internal learning and networking events Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com Mental Wellness. Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates Relaxed Dress Code. At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet! Site Perks. Full access to our onsite gym, Starbucks, Grab and Go Market, and free parking located in the convenient area of downtown Clayton, MO Community Oriented Culture. We have 6 associate-led Community Resource Groups (CRGs) that provide opportunities for connection, socialization, and community outreach, as well as increase professional development

 

What makes you the perfect fit!

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field; Master’s degree preferred 8+ years buying experience required; previous DMM or GMM role preferred 5+ years managing buying teams preferred Previous footwear experience required Ability to travel (20-40%)