Careers

We're growing, and we're looking for talented, energetic, and positive people to join our team at our Grand Rapids boutique. Learn more about us, and check out our open positions below.

Interested in one of our open positions? Email resumes and cover letters to rebecca@leighsfashions.com.

Open Positions:

Luxury Women’s Clothing Buyer & Stylist

Description

Leigh’s is a 13,000 sq. ft. established luxury women’s specialty store with over 50 years of experience. Known for our highly curated assortment and long-standing vendor relationships, Leigh’s brings the best in clothing, shoes, accessories, and cosmetics to West Michigan. Our loyal clientele trusts us as the fashion leader in Michigan and to deliver an exceptional client experience.

We are seeking a talented, energetic, and positive Buyer & Stylist to join our team.

Position Overview:

This role is ideal for an experienced luxury buyer with an exceptional eye, strong analytical skills, and a passion for fashion. The Buyer & Stylist will be responsible for building cohesive, profitable assortments while also spending time on the sales floor styling clients. This dual role ensures deep understanding of our customer and real-time insight into what is resonating in-store.

Responsibilities

Buyer Responsibilities (Primary)

  • Research and analyze fashion trends, emerging designers, and new vendors
  • Select and purchase merchandise for assigned categories, building cohesive seasonal assortments that are balanced by category, price point and delivery
  • Develop and manage seasonal open-to-buy plans to achieve sales and profit goals
  • Monitor sales performance and adjust inventory strategies accordingly
  • Partner with store leadership on pricing, markdown cadence, and inventory optimization
  • Manage purchase orders, delivery flow, and logistics with discipline
  • Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships through collaboration and communication
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors
  • Work closely and collaboratively with buying team, store management, visual merchandising and sales team
  • Train sales team on new deliveries, fit, fabrication and styling stories
  • Build additive business through trunk shows, designer events, and key selling moments
  • Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and consumer preferences
  • Travel independently to markets as required
  • Follow company policies and procedures
  • Perform special projects and related duties as assigned

Stylist Responsibilities (Secondary)

  • Deliver an exceptional, elevated customer experience
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships and clientele
  • Assist customers with product selection and personalized styling
  • Achieve individual sales goals
  • Develop expert-level product and brand knowledge
  • Translate current trends into looks that suit each client’s personal style
  • Communicate effectively and confidently with clients
  • Generate sales by accurately identifying customer needs
  • Utilize social media and texting to show product to clients
  • Maintain organization and professionalism on the sales floor
  • Work collaboratively as a team player

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience buying women’s luxury clothing
  • Strong knowledge of contemporary through designer brands
  • Exceptional taste level with the ability to build cohesive assortments
  • Strong analytical, financial, and critical thinking skills
  • Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
  • Leadership skills including communication, collaboration, and relationship-building
  • Optimistic, adaptable, and open to change
  • Proficient in retail systems, inventory software, and Excel

Requirements

  • 4 year college degree or related experience.
  • 5+ years in buying luxury women's clothing.
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Work Location: In person

Benefits

  • 401(k) 3% Match
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Experience

  • Luxury women's clothing buying: 5 years (Required)
  • Sales: 2 years (Preferred)