Associate Merchant

Topaz HR
  • New York City
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Position Overview

    A growing omnichannel retail and eCommerce organization is seeking an analytical and highly motivated fulltime and on-site Associate Merchant to support category management, vendor partnerships, inventory planning, and merchandising strategy across a diverse product portfolio. Working closely with senior merchandising leadership, this individual will play a key role in driving category performance, executing promotional initiatives, and supporting assortment decisions that enhance the customer experience.

    The ideal candidate is curious, data-driven, and eager to develop expertise in merchandising and buying. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to learn the business from the ground up while gaining exposure to vendor negotiations, inventory planning, category analytics, and strategic merchandising initiatives.
     
    Responsibilities
    • Support category managers and merchandising leadership in the execution of buying and merchandising strategies
    • Build and maintain productive relationships with vendors and supplier partners
    • Assist with vendor communications regarding pricing, inventory availability, promotional opportunities, and operational needs
    • Analyze sales performance, margins, inventory levels, and product trends to support decision-making
    • Participate in forecasting, inventory planning, and open-to-buy processes
    • Monitor competitive products, pricing, assortment strategies, and market trends
    • Support assortment management, product setup, pricing maintenance, and merchandising initiatives
    • Partner with Marketing, eCommerce, Retail, and Operations teams to execute promotions and product launches
    • Ensure product content, merchandising information, and customer-facing experiences remain accurate and effective
    • Prepare reports and insights to support category performance reviews and business planning efforts
    • Identify opportunities to improve assortment performance and customer engagement
    Qualifications
    • 1-3 years of business, retail, merchandising, eCommerce, sales, operations, finance, or related experience preferred
    • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel
    • Ability to interpret data and translate findings into actionable recommendations
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
    • Interest in retail, merchandising, product strategy, and consumer trends
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
    • Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow within merchandising and category management
    • Previous merchandising or buying experience is a plus but not required
    Compensation & Benefits
    • $80,000-$110,000 annual salary, based on experience
    • Performance-based 20% KPI bonus opportunity
    • Comprehensive benefits package
    • Exposure to senior merchandising leadership and strategic category management
    • Professional growth opportunities with a clear path toward a Merchant position
    About the Company

    A leading omnichannel retailer serves passionate consumers, professionals, and enthusiasts through a broad assortment of technology, consumer electronics, creative products, and related solutions. Through a combination of retail, eCommerce, and customer-focused expertise, the organization delivers an exceptional shopping experience while maintaining strong partnerships with top brands and manufacturers.

    EEO Statement

    Topaz HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

    Please Note

    Topaz HR is managing the recruitment process for this opportunity. Additional information about the organization will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. All hiring decisions will be made directly by the employer.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNew York City
    Websitehttps://topazhr.com/

    Skills

    • Alliance/Partner Managementunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Business Planunmatched
    • Category Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Competitive Researchunmatched
    • Consumer Electronicsunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Interviewing Skillsunmatched
    • Inventory Levelsunmatched
    • Inventory Planningunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Merchandisingunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Product Merchandisingunmatched
    • Product Pricingunmatched
    • Product Strategyunmatched
    • Product Supportunmatched
    • Product/Service Launchunmatched
    • Promotional Productsunmatched
    • Promotional Programsunmatched
    • Quantitative Analysisunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Retailunmatched
    • Retail Merchandisingunmatched
    • Retail Operationsunmatched
    • Sales Analysisunmatched
    • Sales Operationsunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
    • eCommerceunmatched
    • eCommerce (B2X) Marketingunmatched
    • eCommerce Salesunmatched

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