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Buyer​/Merchant

Job in Gilbert, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85233, USA
Listing for: Origami Owl
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-30
Job specializations:
  • Retail
    Merchandising, Ecommerce, Retail Marketing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Buyer / Merchant

We’re looking for an experienced Associate Merchant/ Buyer to work with Product Development and lead seasonal assortment planning across our ecommerce and B2B channels. The ideal candidate for this role is a passionate fashion-forward buyer who understands how brand storytelling, product, and timing drive demand and brand loyalty.

Responsibilities Buying Support & Analytics

Provide hands‑on support for buying activities and sku performance analysis.

  • Pull and analyze sales reports to inform buying decisions
  • Generate performance reports across categories, styles, and time periods
  • Track sell‑through rates, inventory levels, and key performance metrics
  • Support reorder and markdown recommendations based on inventory reports and data analysis
  • Prepare buying presentations and line reviews
  • Select and buy product across key categories with a clear aesthetic and customer lens
  • Shape seasonal assortments and focused capsules
  • Partner closely with design and product development to influence direction early
  • Collaborate with management for Purchase Order Placement
Seasonal & Launch Calendar
  • Project manage the merchandising launch calendar across ecommerce and wholesale B2B channels
  • Align buying decisions with launch timing, marketing, and seasonal selling windows
  • Plan ecommerce drops, exclusives, and limited releases
  • Keep assortments tight, intentional, and on time
  • Support development of balanced line plans that inform buying strategy
Channel Strategy:
Ecommerce, Social Media & B2B
  • Experience developing targeted omni‑channel product assortments including, Ecommerce, Tik Tok Shop, Instagram, wholesale, live shopping
  • Build assortments that work digitally and resonate with wholesale partners
  • Support wholesale collection planning
  • Ensure the right product is available for the right channel at the right timing
  • Support B2B needs including:
  • Wholesale line sheets and seasonal offerings
  • Channel‑appropriate pricing and margins
  • Ensure product availability aligns with each channel’s selling cadence
Trend Research & Analysis

Identify and analyze external marketplace trends across all relevant product elements to inform buying and product development decisions.

  • Research and monitor the competitive landscape across key competitors
  • Execute and document comprehensive marketplace research
  • Identify product opportunities based on competitive analysis
  • Track competitor pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies
Sample Management & Administrative Operations

Maintain organized systems for sample tracking and merchandising operations.

  • Track and organize all product samples throughout the development cycle
  • Maintain sample organization
  • Coordinate sample requests with internal teams
  • Document sample status and maintain sample tracking docs on
  • Manage administrative tasks to support merchandising workflow
  • Maintain accurate sample logs, vendor lists, and shipment records.
  • Coordinate with marketing and ecomm to ensure timely delivery of PPS, TOPs, and Bulk Production orders for consumer launch.
  • Prepare and organize samples for photoshoots, trade shows, and showroom displays.
  • Update internal systems , sample trackers, with notes and approvals.
  • Help resolve discrepancies between packing lists and received samples.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sample room and sample files.
Who You Are
  • An analytical merchant/ buyer with keen trend awareness
  • Experienced in fashion, jewelry, or lifestyle brands
  • Comfortable owning decisions in a lean environment
  • Organized, decisive, and deeply brand and product‑driven
Qualifications Required
  • 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or retail product development
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis
  • Excellent organizational and project management abilities
  • Fashion industry knowledge and trend awareness
  • Detail‑oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience with merchandising software and shopify reporting tools
  • Understanding of product development processes/PLM
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