Funko Careers

Funko Overview

Welcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophy that stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, a galaxy of once upon a times and happily ever afters.

But what does Funko do?
Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company located in Everett, WA.  Funko currently holds hundreds of licenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters – one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry.  Funko’s Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world.

The eCommerce & Retail Buyer will manage and assist in executing the merchandise strategy and product assortments to maximize sales, margin and inventory turnover. This role is responsible for analyzing the product assortment as well as customer trends. They will assist in the strategic and daily execution for planning, buying, analyzing, merchandising, and forecasting of eCommerce and Retail merchandise. The eCommerce Buyer will collaborate closely with all cross functional partners to deliver against company and departmental initiatives

Your Superpowers in Action

• Partners with team to develop the strategic vision of the department integrating customer insight, competitive information, market intelligence, trends, and product distortion to maximize sales and profit and reduce markdowns.
• Responsible for providing quantitative analysis to support planning, buying decisions both preseason and in- season to maximize opportunities
• Manage the short, and long term product strategies to grow the business and brand including product ideas for new categories, properties, and items.
• Collects industry, consumer and competitor trend information. Reports on and integrate findings into the development of the strategic vision and the future selection of product
• Research and anticipates what the customer wants next; uses information from store visits in Everett and Hollywood in decision making and planning process
• Determines, based on history, trend, market information and customer knowledge, the ranking of each item in their assortment
• Develops category strategy to identify key categories/items and distorts them to focus on driving newness, sales and product penetration
• Reacts to current business trends; ensures the integration of product newness, develops upside strategies, recognizes product evolution and potential voids; prepares contingency plans to drive sales and profit objectives
• Architects balanced assortment plan that integrates pricing pyramids and tiered strategies.
• Responsible for managing and optimizing eCommerce and Retail size and width replenishment; collaborate with cross-functional team on replenishment needs via product transfers
• Adheres to the business calendar – preparation and ownership of meetings
• Partners with Creative and Product Development to execute to the merchandise strategy from concept to market
• Responsible for providing input at product milestone meetings to capture needs of the markets
• Follows and contributes to Open to buy process, including sales forecasting, product buy, markdowns, and product features.
• Some travel may be required

Must-Have Superhero Gadgetry

• Bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising, retail management or business related field preferred

• 5 years of prior merchandising experience
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong emphasis on detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills
• Ability to build and sustain relationships quickly
• Ability to effectively present strategies and report on their business
• Ability to multi task and prioritize
• Ability to identify, develop, and retain top talent
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the employee will be exposed to office noises and interruptions such as printers, phones, and chatter from surrounding teams. While performing the duties of this job, employee will be regularly sitting at a desk and working on a computer for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle, lift or feel. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee may occasionally have to squat and bend. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds without physical limitations or restrictions.

What Funko Offers

Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!

Salary Information
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $71,500 - $92,500 annually.​ Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.