Fashion Footwear Buyer — Analytics + Merch Strategy

Shoe Palace Corporation; Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 70,304 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SP discount

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Shoe Palace Corporation is seeking an Associate Buyer in Morgan Hill, CA. The role blends market analysis, trend tracking, and merchandising strategy to maximize sales and profits.

You will participate in vendor meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize assortments for the brand. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in retail buying or merchandising, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and a passion for fashion and athletic footwear.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a retail buying or merchandising role.
• Self-motivated and brand-passionate.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to negotiate.
• Creative and computer savvy.
• Interest in latest fashion trends, shoes, and brands.

Responsibilities

• Perform market analysis, competitive shop, and analyze sales trends to stay current with trends.
• Manage new range details for selection meetings (prices, colors, references, styles).
• Work with spreadsheets detailing quantities and OA budgets.
• Develop merchandising strategies to maximize departmental opportunities and meet financial goals.
• Build and maintain partnerships with cross-functional teams and vendors; manage open-to-buy with Planning.
• Mentor Assistant Buyers and Buying Coordinators.

Skills

Market analysis

Trend analysis

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Merchandising

Computer Savvy

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

Shoe Palace Corporation is seeking an Associate Buyer in Morgan Hill, CA. The role blends market analysis, trend tracking, and merchandising strategy to maximize sales and profits.

You will participate in vendor meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize assortments for the brand. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in retail buying or merchandising, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and a passion for fashion and athletic footwear.