Merchandising Buyer — Growth & Vendor Partnerships

Star Furniture

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO

Voluntary benefits

Employee discount

Job summary

Star Furniture in Houston seeks a skilled Buyer to develop and execute merchandise strategies across assigned categories, drive sales growth, and maximize profitability. You will own assortment planning, vendor partnerships, and product lifecycle management while collaborating with Retail Operations, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, E‑Commerce, and leadership.

The role requires 5+ years in buying/merchandising, strong negotiation abilities, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Interior Design, Marketing, or related field.
Strong analytical skills to interpret sales, inventory, and market data.
Proven negotiation and vendor management experience.
Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute merchandise strategies and product selections for assigned departments.
Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and sales to identify growth opportunities.
Manage purchase orders, inventory levels, and delivery schedules.
Lead vendor negotiations on pricing, terms, and promotions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compelling customer experiences.