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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailJob Title: Apparel Buyer
Department: Merchandising / Buying
Location: Columbus Ohio
Reports To: VP of Merchandising
Employment Type: FullTime
About Us:
HomeBuys is a leading closeout retailer in home goods apparel seasonal furniture and consumables dedicated to delivering exceptional value and quality to our customers. We strive to find brand name closeouts no matter what department you visit in our store from food to wine to domestics to home dcor and more we stock our shelves with highquality items at prices that you have to see to believe. Were looking for a knowledgeable and strategic Apparel buyer to join our team.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly analytical trendsavvy and resultsdriven Apparel Buyer to join our dynamic merchandising team. The Apparel Buyer will be responsible for selecting and purchasing closeout and off price apparel that aligns with our brand vision customer demand and seasonal trends. This role involves developing product strategies managing vendor relationships analyzing sales performance and ensuring optimal inventory levels to maximize profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop seasonal buying strategies that align with company goals and customer preferences.
Source select and purchase apparel from a wide range of suppliers and designers.
Analyze sales data and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions.
Maintain strong relationships with vendors and negotiate pricing terms and delivery schedules.
Monitor inventory levels and product performance making recommendations for reorders or markdowns.
Attend trade shows fashion shows and industry events to stay current with trends and supplier offerings.
Prepare and manage budgets opentobuy plans and assortment matrices.
Track and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess category performance and inform future buys.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Fashion Merchandising Business or a related field.
3 years of buying experience in apparel or fashion retail.
Strong understanding of fashion trends consumer behavior and retail math.
Excellent negotiation communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in the closeout/off price apparel market
Ability to work in a fastpaced deadlinedriven environment with strong attention to detail.
Passion for fashion and a keen eye for style and quality.
HomeBuys INC. is an equal opportunity employer. HomeBuys INC. will not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any characteristic protected by law. This includes race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status age genetics and veteran status. HomeBuys INC. will make employment decisions based on merit job requirements and business needs.
Full-Time