Buying Operations Coordinator

Arhaus-6; Boston Heights (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Arhaus is seeking a Buying Operations Coordinator to align with Buying, Planning, and Product Development teams. You will manage PIM data, create stock and special-order SKUs, and oversee attributes and transfers for timely product launches.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, strong Excel skills, and experience with retail inventory software. You will support store openings and collaborate across departments to ensure merchandise availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with comfort using retail inventory software.
• Experience with PIM, SKUs, and product data management is preferred.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain product information and data accuracy across systems.
• Create stock and special-order SKUs and manage attributes.
• Process changes, transfers, and store launch readiness.
• Coordinate sample deliveries and photo shoot stock for marketing.
• Collaborate with Buying, Planning, and Product Development teams.

Skills

PIM maintenance

SKU Creation

Attribute Management

Product Costing

Special Order PO Processing

Store Opening coordination

Sample deliveries management

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Retail inventory software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved—for generations.

The Buying Operations Coordinator will work in synergy with Buying, Planning, and Product Development teams toward common goals for the merchandise area.

• PIM (product information) maintenance
• Stock and Special-Order SKU Creation
• Attribute Management
• SKU Changes and all tasks related to process
• Product Costing
• Dimensions
• Special Order PO Processing
• Product Launch / Store Product Request Maintenance
• Initial Transfer/ allocation set up based on direction provided by Buyer
• Manage Category/ Division Inbox with timely response
• Coordinate specific tasks related to Store Opening process
• Transfer set up
• Possible travel to help with set up
• Work in conjunction with Materials team/ Buying/Product Development/ Planning teams to ensure parts, swatches, finish boards are available at product launch and for new stores openings
• Manage time sensitive deliveries of sample and stock product need at Marketing Photo Shoots and Mock Store reviews
• Partner with Buyers on special projects as needed. Competitor Recaps, Assortment Board Creation, etc.

Key fundamental skill sets for this role will be:

• Ability to learn quickly and to retain information. Must be analytical and be able to comprehend how multiple systems interact.
• High sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Detail Oriented
• Strong analytical skills
• Productivity and prioritization skills a must.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – emphasis on Excel & Outlook
• Prior experience in retail inventory software is a plus.
• Customer Service or prior retail experience is a plus.

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.

AI Code of Conduct

At Arhaus, we believe great hiring starts with authentic human connection. Throughout your candidate experience, you will be engaging with real recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers who are focused on getting to know you, your experiences, skills, perspectives, and potential. We encourage candidates to use AI to support resume refinement, interview preparation, brainstorming, and communication. All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect your own experiences, qualifications, and capabilities. We ask that you participate in phone and virtual interviews without using AI to develop your responses. To protect the integrity of our hiring process and the confidentiality of information shared during interviews, candidates may not record, transcribe, or use AI-powered note-taking tools during interviews. We expect all candidates to participate in the hiring process with honesty and integrity. For take-home assignments or role-specific assessments where AI use is permitted, we request transparency on which specific tools were used and how the tools were used and expect an explanation of your approach, contributions, and decision-making.

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