Merchant / Buyer (E-Commerce & Omni-Channel Retail) New York / Hybrid – 3 days onsite (Tue, Wed, Thu) $85,000 – $120,000 + KPI-based bonus Position Overview A growing retail and e-commerce organization is seeking a strategic and analytical Merchant / Buyer to manage product categories across omni-channel sales platforms. This role focuses on merchandising strategy, forecasting, vendor management, and inventory planning through the Open-to-Buy process . The Merchant will analyze sales performance, optimize product assortment, and collaborate with marketing, web, and sales teams to drive category growth, profitability, and customer experience. The Ideal Candidate Strong merchandising or buying experience in retail or e-commerce environments Deep understanding of Open-to-Buy planning, forecasting, and inventory management Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and build category strategy Skilled in vendor relationships, negotiation, and product sourcing Comfortable working cross-functionally with marketing, web, and sales teams Strong communication and presentation skills Key Responsibilities Develop and execute category merchandising strategies to drive sales and profitability Manage product assortment lifecycle , ensuring strong brand and product representation Conduct sales analysis, forecasting, and Open-to-Buy management to maintain optimal inventory levels Build and manage vendor relationships , including negotiation and sourcing opportunities Monitor website performance and customer experience across product categories Collaborate with marketing, web development, and retail teams to improve category performance Develop promotional strategies that support sustainable growth Identify gaps and strategic opportunities to optimize category performance Conduct regular business analysis and present insights to senior leadership Qualifications & Must-Haves Merchandising / buying experience in retail, e-commerce, or omni-channel environments Strong knowledge of Open-to-Buy planning, forecasting, and inventory management Proven ability to analyze sales data and translate insights into strategy Vendor management and negotiation experience Experience working cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and sales teams Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills Familiarity with web performance metrics (Google Analytics, Omniture, or similar tools) preferred Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan Commuter benefits Employee discounts 10 days PTO plus additional company holidays Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Apply Now: nechi@maiplacement.com https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/maiplacement/job/wmijo4j9nwgnxytk6c1uddwtir?crt=1773320870547