Strategic Buyer: Trends, Analytics & Merch Growth

R552US Shoe Palace Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Shoe Palace employee discount

Job summary

Shoe Palace Corporation is seeking a merchandising professional to create assortments and strategies that drive sales and profits across our footwear and apparel brands. You will analyze trends, participate in vendor meetings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings.

The role blends creativity with analytics, requiring a bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in retail buying or merchandising.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of retail buying or merchandising experience.
• Self-motivated and organized with attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Creative and computer savvy; fashion and shoes trend awareness.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales trends and market data to inform assortment plans.
• Prepare range details and ensure accuracy for selection meetings.
• Develop merchandising strategies to maximize departmental opportunities and profits.
• Build partnerships with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Support open-to-buy budgeting with Planning counterparts.
• Mentor Assistant Buyers and Buying Coordinators.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Shoe Palace Corporation is seeking a merchandising professional to create assortments and strategies that drive sales and profits across our footwear and apparel brands. You will analyze trends, participate in vendor meetings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings.

The role blends creativity with analytics, requiring a bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in retail buying or merchandising.