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Our client, a respected leader in the retail and home furnishings industry, is seeking a Upholstery Buyer to join their growing team. This individual will play a key role in driving product strategy, sourcing in-demand merchandise, and ensuring a competitive and profitable product assortment across retail showrooms and online platforms. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for merchandising, a strong sense of design and trend awareness, and the ability to lead cross-functional collaboration across marketing, operations, ecommerce, and vendor partnerships.
Buyer Benefits/Compensation
- Competitive base salary
- Relocation assistance
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer opportunities
- Professional development and growth within a well-established company
Buyer Requirements/Responsibilities
- Lead product purchasing strategy and manage assigned merchandise categories
- Analyze product performance, sales metrics, and market trends to guide buying decisions
- Negotiate vendor agreements, pricing, and promotional programs
- Collaborate with marketing, visual merchandising, and ecommerce teams to execute cohesive product strategies
- Manage pricing, inventory, and product life cycle to meet margin and profitability goals
- Attend trade shows and market events; travel up to 75% required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or related field preferred
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in retail buying or merchandising (home furnishings a plus)
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/Merchandising systems
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 166401
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Katie Nemecek