Data-Driven Apparel Buyer & Planner | Hybrid

Z Supply Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Half-Day Fridays year-round

Modern offices near Costa Mesa

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Z SUPPLY is seeking an experienced Buyer/Planner in Costa Mesa, CA. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work one day per week and focuses on data-driven buying, inventory management, and seasonal planning to maximize sales and profitability.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in apparel buying, strong Excel and ERP experience, and a passion for product trends and retail math, enabling effective collaboration across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of apparel buying experience, wholesale brand preferred.
• Strong product and consumer trend understanding.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, v-lookups).
• Experience with Full Circle ERP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal and annual buying strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Prepare and maintain ownership of inventory buys for multiple categories and divisions.
• Analyze sales performance, inventory levels, market trends, and customer demand to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly, and seasonal business reports, including sales analysis, inventory reporting, KPI tracking, and hindsight reviews.
• Conduct detailed hindsight analysis to evaluate product performance, identify trends, and improve future buying and assortment strategies.
• Partner with sales, merchandising, planning, operations, and leadership teams to provide data-driven insights on demand and trends.
• Manage purchase orders, replenishment strategies, and inventory flow with high accuracy.
• Monitor open-to-buy budgets and ensure financial targets are achieved.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, forecasting, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain rigorous attention to detail across product data, reporting, pricing, buysheets, and communications.
• Stay current on market trends, competitive activity, consumer preferences, and opportunities.
• Attend industry trade shows, vendor meetings, and market appointments as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Deadline-driven

Tools

Excel

Full Circle ERP

Job description

Z SUPPLY is seeking an experienced Buyer/Planner in Costa Mesa, CA. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work one day per week and focuses on data-driven buying, inventory management, and seasonal planning to maximize sales and profitability.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in apparel buying, strong Excel and ERP experience, and a passion for product trends and retail math, enabling effective collaboration across teams in a fast-paced environment.