Retail Buyer

Confidential; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail company in New York is seeking a Retail Buyer with strong off-price experience to drive product strategies. The ideal candidate will analyze market trends, build competitive assortments, and develop relationships with vendors. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence product direction and affect profitability in a dynamic retail environment. Passion for streetwear culture and proficiency in Excel are essential. Willingness to travel is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of buying experience, preferably in retail off-price and/or trend-forward categories.
• Strong negotiation skills and proven success working with vendors.
• Ability to juggle multiple categories and act decisively.

Responsibilities

• Spot trends in missy and streetwear and build competitive assortments.
• Source products within the off-price model and develop vendor partnerships.
• Analyze sales and market shifts to drive strategic buys.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Excellent communication

Trend observation

Strong vendor partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Fashion, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you obsessed with trend discovery, product curation, and driving profitable results? We’re looking for a dynamic Retail Buyer with strong off-price experience and a pulse on the missy and streetwear market. In this role, you'll build compelling assortments, partner with industry-leading vendors, and help shape what customers see, love, and buy.

You’ll combine trend insight, negotiation power, and data-driven decision-making to deliver high-performing product strategies. This is an opportunity to make a bold impact in a fast-paced retail environment.

What You’ll Do

• Spot the trends before they hit mainstream—especially in missy and streetwear—and build smart, competitive assortments.
• Source product within the off-price model, developing powerful vendor partnerships and securing strong pricing and terms.
• Analyze sales, customer insights, and market shifts to drive strategic buys and optimize inventory.
• Collaborate with merchandising, planning, marketing, and store operations to bring assortments to life.
• Monitor performance and recommend reorders, markdowns, and adjustments to accelerate sales and profitability.
• Attend market visits, vendor meetings, and trade shows to scout innovation, up-and-coming brands, and culturally relevant collections.

What You Bring

• 3–5 years of buying experience, preferably in retail off-price and/or trend-forward categories.
• A passion for streetwear culture, missy styling, and brand curation.
• Strong negotiation skills and proven success working with vendors.
• Excel mastery and a data-savvy mindset.
• Ability to juggle multiple categories, move quickly, and act decisively.
• Excellent communication and partnership skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Fashion, Marketing, or related field.

Why This Role Matters

This role shapes what customers experience every time they walk in—or scroll online. You'll influence assortment direction, uncover what’s next, and drive measurable results. If you're part merchandiser, part strategist, and full trend hunter—you’ll thrive here.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and belonging.