Associate Buyer - Morgan Hill, CA

R552US Shoe Palace Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Shoe Palace employee discount

Job summary

Shoe Palace Corporation is seeking a merchandising professional to create assortments and strategies that drive sales and profits across our footwear and apparel brands. You will analyze trends, participate in vendor meetings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings.

The role blends creativity with analytics, requiring a bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in retail buying or merchandising.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of retail buying or merchandising experience.
• Self-motivated and organized with attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Creative and computer savvy; fashion and shoes trend awareness.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales trends and market data to inform assortment plans.
• Prepare range details and ensure accuracy for selection meetings.
• Develop merchandising strategies to maximize departmental opportunities and profits.
• Build partnerships with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Support open-to-buy budgeting with Planning counterparts.
• Mentor Assistant Buyers and Buying Coordinators.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AT SHOE PALACE WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN! DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? WHERE SOLE MEETS PASSION | JOIN THE SP FAMILY!

Are you looking to be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trends? Do you feel like you stand right in between the creativity and analytic aspects of fashion? Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing. You will develop business strategies and assortment plans to maximize the development of the brand, sales, and profits. You will attend and participate in vendor meetings while identifying opportunities and recommending new products or concepts for the department.

HERE'S WHAT A DAY AT WORK MAY LOOK LIKE...

• Perform market analysis, competitive shop, and analyze sales trends to keep abreast of current trends. Obtain feedback from stores to improve products and add to collections.
• Run through all the new range details ready for selection meetings (Check all prices, colors, reference numbers,and styles to make sure all the information I correct)
• Live in spreadsheets detailing quantities.
• Develop merchandising strategies to maximize departmental opportunities and reach financial goals.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with cross-functional team members and vendors, both new and existing.
• Partner with Planning counterparts to manage actively and responsibly open to buy budget.
• Act as a mentor to Assistant Buyers and Buying Coordinators across the team.

Other Duties May Apply.

ABOUT YOU...

• You have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a retail buying or merchandising role.
• Self-motivated (passionate about your brand)
• Self –starter? Organized? Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects? Perfect!
• Good analytical skills and ability to negotiate.
• Creative and Computer Savvy
• Into the latest trends? Fashion? Shoes? Perfect!

IT WOULD BE GREAT BUT NOT COMPLETELY NECESSARY TO HAVE...

• 2-3 years of retail buying experience; preferably with a large organization in a similar role
• Experience in the retail industry with emphasis in athletic footwear.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE...

• A sense of belonging – A dynamic team, high energy, and humility
• A sense of purpose – GRIT! We grow from ideas!
• A sense of impact – We are growing, come grow with us!
• A sense of fun – WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k + your SP discount

Shoe Palace is one of the most-trusted athletic footwear and apparel retail chains in the United States. What began as a small, family business in 1993 has now grown into an extremely popular chain of stores and an online retail site — shoepalace.com. At Shoe Palace, we all roll up our sleeves to pitch in and do whatever it takes to stay on top. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who are dynamic thinkers and outstanding communicators who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and want to grow with Shoe Palace Corporation. Our team members are bright, professional, enthusiastic, and able to quickly apply their skills to diverse situations.

Pay Range: $70,304 - $72,000

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Shoe Palace has been a trusted name in athletic footwear and apparel since 1993. What started as a small family business has grown into a nationwide brand with a strong in-store and online presence. Our success comes from a commitment to premium products, exceptional service, and a deep passion for sneaker culture. More than just a retailer, we value community, giving back through various initiatives that make a lasting impact. At Shoe Palace, we foster a team-oriented environment where individuals can grow, thrive, and contribute to something bigger.