Buyer / Merchant

Origami Owl; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Origami Owl in Gilbert, AZ is looking for an experienced Associate Merchant/Buyer to lead seasonal assortment planning across ecommerce and B2B channels. The role requires a passion for fashion and includes responsibilities like sales analysis, trend research, and collaboration with design teams.

Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. This position also involves managing launch calendars and ensuring product availability for all channels.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or retail product development.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support for buying activities and sku performance analysis.
• Project manage the merchandising launch calendar across ecommerce and wholesale.
• Identify and analyze external marketplace trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Trend awareness

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising or related field

Tools

Excel

Merchandising software

Shopify reporting tools

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Associate Merchant/ Buyer to work with Product Development and lead seasonal assortment planning across our ecommerce and B2B channels. The ideal candidate for this role is a passionate fashion-forward buyer who understands how brand storytelling, product, and timing drive demand and brand loyalty.

Responsibilities

Buying Support & Analytics

Provide hands‑on support for buying activities and sku performance analysis.

• Pull and analyze sales reports to inform buying decisions
• Generate performance reports across categories, styles, and time periods
• Track sell‑through rates, inventory levels, and key performance metrics
• Support reorder and markdown recommendations based on inventory reports and data analysis
• Prepare buying presentations and line reviews
• Select and buy product across key categories with a clear aesthetic and customer lens
• Shape seasonal assortments and focused capsules
• Partner closely with design and product development to influence direction early
• Collaborate with management for Purchase Order Placement

Seasonal & Launch Calendar

• Project manage the merchandising launch calendar across ecommerce and wholesale B2B channels
• Align buying decisions with launch timing, marketing, and seasonal selling windows
• Plan ecommerce drops, exclusives, and limited releases
• Keep assortments tight, intentional, and on time
• Support development of balanced line plans that inform buying strategy

Channel Strategy: Ecommerce, Social Media & B2B

• Experience developing targeted omni‑channel product assortments including, Ecommerce, Tik Tok Shop, Instagram, wholesale, live shopping
• Build assortments that work digitally and resonate with wholesale partners
• Support wholesale collection planning
• Ensure the right product is available for the right channel at the right timing
• Support B2B needs including:
• Wholesale line sheets and seasonal offerings
• Channel‑appropriate pricing and margins
• Ensure product availability aligns with each channel’s selling cadence

Trend Research & Analysis

Identify and analyze external marketplace trends across all relevant product elements to inform buying and product development decisions.

• Research and monitor the competitive landscape across key competitors
• Execute and document comprehensive marketplace research
• Identify product opportunities based on competitive analysis
• Track competitor pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies

Sample Management & Administrative Operations

Maintain organized systems for sample tracking and merchandising operations.

• Track and organize all product samples throughout the development cycle
• Maintain sample organization
• Coordinate sample requests with internal teams
• Document sample status and maintain sample tracking docs on Monday.com
• Manage administrative tasks to support merchandising workflow
• Maintain accurate sample logs, vendor lists, and shipment records.
• Coordinate with marketing and ecomm to ensure timely delivery of PPS, TOPs, and Bulk Production orders for consumer launch.
• Prepare and organize samples for photoshoots, trade shows, and showroom displays.
• Update internal systems Monday.com, sample trackers, with notes and approvals.
• Help resolve discrepancies between packing lists and received samples.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sample room and sample files.

Who You Are

• An analytical merchant/ buyer with keen trend awareness
• Experienced in fashion, jewelry, or lifestyle brands
• Comfortable owning decisions in a lean environment
• Organized, decisive, and deeply brand and product‑driven

Qualifications

Required

• 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or retail product development
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities
• Fashion industry knowledge and trend awareness
• Detail‑oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with merchandising software and shopify reporting tools
• Understanding of product development processes/PLM