Merchandise Buyer - Miami, FL

Job Title

Merchandise Buyer

Location

Miami, FL — On-Site

About the Job

Our client, a globally recognized lifestyle apparel company with a strong omnichannel presence, is seeking a Merchandise Buyer to oversee seasonal assortment planning and product strategy within a high-volume menswear business. This role will be responsible for managing a complex product portfolio across multiple categories while driving inventory performance, margin goals, and overall business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal assortment strategies across multiple product categories
• Manage a high-volume product portfolio, balancing core business and new product introductions
• Build and maintain buy plans that support financial objectives and inventory targets
• Analyze sales performance, product trends, and customer demand to inform purchasing decisions
• Partner closely with planning, design, sourcing, and merchandising teams throughout the product lifecycle
• Oversee product flow, inventory management, and assortment optimization across channels
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and support key business initiatives through effective product planning
• Participate in seasonal market reviews and cross-functional business planning discussions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in apparel buying, merchandising, or related product-focused functions
• Menswear experience required
• Proven ability to manage large and complex assortments in a high-volume retail or wholesale environment
• Strong understanding of inventory planning, product lifecycle management, and retail analytics
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with PLM and ERP systems preferred
• Strong retail math skills, including forecasting, inventory analysis, and open-to-buy concepts
• Excellent communication, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field preferred

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