Buyer JN -102026-182672

Goodwin Recruiting; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting in Columbus, OH is seeking a Buyer who blends strong product instincts with analytic skills to build compelling assortments and drive business results. Hybrid schedule; candidates open to relocation encouraged.

Role emphasizes partnering with planning, inventory and product teams to optimize purchasing, pricing and sell-through while traveling as needed. Salary range listed: $100,000–$135,000.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of apparel buying or merchandising experience.
• Experience owning a product category, developing assortments and influencing purchasing decisions.
• Strong understanding of sales performance, inventory productivity and retail metrics.
• Keen eye for product, fashion trends and customer preferences.
• Strong communication, presentation and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop buying and assortment strategies reflecting customer preferences and trends.
• Evaluate product performance and recommend assortment adjustments.
• Partner with planning and inventory on purchasing decisions, inventory, pricing and sell-through.
• Identify opportunities to expand successful products and address underperforming categories.
• Collaborate with product teams to maintain a consistent customer experience.
• Present business insights and product recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Apparel buying

Merchandising

Analytics

Category ownership

Retail finance

Communication

Job description

Our client is seeking a Buyer who combines strong product instincts with analytical skills to build compelling assortments and drive business results. This opportunity is also open to merchants interested in transitioning into buying who bring relevant apparel experience, assortment ownership, and financial accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop buying and assortment strategies that reflect customer preferences, emerging trends, and sales opportunities.
• Evaluate product performance and recommend assortment adjustments.
• Partner with planning and inventory teams on purchasing decisions, inventory levels, pricing, and sell-through.
• Identify opportunities to expand successful products and address underperforming categories.
• Collaborate with product teams to maintain a consistent customer experience.
• Present business insights and product recommendations to leadership.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant apparel buying or merchandising experience.
• Experience owning a product category, developing assortments, and influencing purchasing decisions.
• Strong understanding of sales performance, inventory productivity, and retail financial metrics.
• A keen eye for product, fashion trends, and customer preferences.
• Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Location:

Columbus, Ohio - candidates interested in relocating are highly encouraged.

Schedule:

Hybrid

Experienced merchants ready to bring their product knowledge and commercial judgment into a buying role are encouraged to apply.

Amy Resendiz

$100,000 - $135,000