Strategic Merchandising Buyer - Growth & Trends Leader

Cavender Stores Ltd.; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavender’s is seeking a Merchandising Buyer to lead product selection, pricing and promotional strategies in Tyler, TX. You will partner with Merchandising, Planning and Marketing to ensure the right products are available at the right time and place, maximizing inventory investment and customer experience.

The role requires 6+ years in merchandising, a bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical and leadership skills. Travel up to 20% in an omni-channel environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Retail merchandising, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 6+ years of progressive experience as a merchant in a specialty retail environment.
• 2+ years of merchandising department leadership experience; hands-on with tactical planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of retail financial measurements and how to impact them.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Support Cavender’s Culture and drive Mission, Vision and Values.
• Serve as a strategic partner and key support resource to the company.
• Lead junior Merchandising Department Associates to deliver on financial and talent goals.
• Manage a high volume, complex or multi-department area including website for Omni-channel business.
• Make decisions based on brand integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Set priorities, foster cohesion and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Develop and communicate an assortment plan tied to financial expectations (style, item needs, retails, IMU’s, AUR’s).
• Partner with Planning to optimize financial strategies and distribution for sales, margin and turn.
• Determine quantities to order by style, size and color; validate to OTB plan.

Skills

Merchandising

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Retail merchandising or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cavender’s is seeking a Merchandising Buyer to lead product selection, pricing and promotional strategies in Tyler, TX. You will partner with Merchandising, Planning and Marketing to ensure the right products are available at the right time and place, maximizing inventory investment and customer experience.

The role requires 6+ years in merchandising, a bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical and leadership skills. Travel up to 20% in an omni-channel environment is expected.