Senior Buyer: Strategy & Category Leadership

Michaels; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Telemedicine services

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Voluntary insurance options

Employee discounts

Access to partner discount programs

Job summary

Michaels, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is seeking a Sr. Buyer to lead end-to-end buying across major product categories and drive strategic initiatives. This role partners with sourcing, pricing, and planning to optimize assortment, margins, and revenue while mentoring a team and shaping the merchandise vision with data-driven insights.

The Sr. Buyer will own the category strategy, oversee vendor relationships, and guide Good/Better/Best assortment decisions to align with market trends and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of merchandising experience with vendor management and inventory optimization.
• Strong understanding of retail trends and market dynamics.
• Proven track record in driving sales, profitability, and inventory performance.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills; leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own overall category strategy for assigned pod.
• Lead vendor strategy and negotiate favorable terms with key partners.
• Create a winning assortment strategy and oversee Good/Better/Best offerings.
• Oversee pricing plans, cost changes, and retail competitiveness.
• Collaborate with planning and inventory teams to meet financial goals.
• Mentor and develop team members and drive cross-functional results.

Skills

Strategic buying

Vendor negotiations

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Job description

Michaels, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is seeking a Sr. Buyer to lead end-to-end buying across major product categories and drive strategic initiatives. This role partners with sourcing, pricing, and planning to optimize assortment, margins, and revenue while mentoring a team and shaping the merchandise vision with data-driven insights.

The Sr. Buyer will own the category strategy, oversee vendor relationships, and guide Good/Better/Best assortment decisions to align with market trends and