Firearm Industry Buyer

GrabAGun.com; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firearms retailer is seeking a Firearms Industry Buyer to manage daily purchasing of firearms, ammunition, and accessories. The ideal candidate will leverage historical sales data and analytics to forecast demand and negotiate better deals. With 2–5 years of purchasing experience and strong analytical skills, you'll build vendor relationships and stay ahead of market trends. This role requires clear communication and a solid understanding of ATF compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in firearms or related fields.
• Familiarity with firearms brands and industry trends.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into strategies.
• Proven ability to build vendor relationships and influence partners.
• Strong negotiation skills and deal-closure capability.
• Forecasting, reporting, and inventory analysis skills.
• Clear communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of ATF compliance and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day purchasing of firearms and accessories.
• Use analytics to identify trends and guide buying decisions.
• Build relationships with vendors to negotiate better terms.
• Monitor market dynamics and competitor activity.
• Negotiate to improve margin and inventory availability.
• Coordinate with marketing, product, and operations for promotions and launches.
• Monitor market dynamics and competitor activity.
• Ensure product listings are accurate and compliant.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Analytical mindset

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Technical skills for forecasting

ATF compliance knowledge

Communication

Firearms knowledge

Job description

Firearms Industry Buyer

Location: On-Site in North Dallas, TX and/or Farmers Branch, TX

Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Compensation: Based off qualifications

Citizenship Requirements: U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders only

Why this role matters

At GrabAGun, our scale isn’t just impressive, it’s powerful. Our buying power gives us a unique edge in the firearms industry, and we use it to deliver exceptional value, pricing, and availability to our customers.

As a Firearms Industry Buyer, you won’t just place orders, you’ll execute with precision and purpose. You’ll leverage robust historical data, performance insights, and market intelligence provided by the business to inform your decisions, identify opportunities, and negotiate stronger deals. Armed with these insights, you’ll confidently double down on high-impact purchases, optimize margins, and ensure we stay ahead of demand in a highly competitive market.

This role is equal parts strategist, relationship builder, and deal closer.

What You’ll Do Every Day

• Own day-to-day purchasing of firearms, ammunition, and accessories across key distributors and manufacturers.
• Leverage historical sales data and analytics to identify trends, forecast demand, and guide strategic buying decisions.
• Use data-driven insights to double down on high-performing categories, products, and vendors.
• Build, develop, and deepen vendor relationships to unlock better pricing, improved terms, and priority access to high-demand inventory.
• Negotiate aggressively and effectively, securing wins that improve margin, availability, and competitive positioning.
• Partner with marketing, product, and operations teams to align purchasing with promotions, launches, and inventory flow.
• Continuously monitor market dynamics, pricing shifts, and competitor activity to stay ahead of the curve.
• Ensure product listings are accurate, compliant, and optimized for conversion and discoverability.

What You Bring

• 2–5 years of purchasing experience (firearms, sporting goods, or tactical gear strongly preferred).
• Deep familiarity with firearms brands, SKUs, and industry trends.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate historical data into actionable buying strategies.
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence partners, and become a trusted contact with vendors.
• Skilled negotiator and closer, you know how to push for the best deal and get it across the finish line.
• Strong systems and technical skills for forecasting, reporting, and inventory analysis.
• Clear communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Working knowledge of ATF compliance and industry regulations.

What Success Looks Like

• A high-margin, high-velocity assortment driven by smart, data-backed decisions.
• Strong vendor partnerships that consistently deliver competitive advantage.
• Strategic purchasing that maximizes buying power and captures market opportunities ahead of competitors.
• A pipeline of well-negotiated deals that convert into real business impact.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re a data-driven buyer, relationship builder, and relentless dealmaker, we want to hear from you. Send us your resume and show us how you’ll help us buy smarter, move faster, and scale stronger.