Job Title: Domestic Buyer
Department: Merchandising / Buying
Location: Columbus Ohio
Reports To: VP of Merchandising
Employment Type: Full-Time
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 décor and more, we stock our shelves with high-quality items at prices that you have to see to believe. We’re looking for a knowledgeable and strategic Apparel buyer to join our team.
Job Summary:
As a Domestics Buyer, you will be responsible for curating and executing a compelling closeout product assortment that drives sales, maximizes margin, and reflects both customer preferences and market trends while providing extreme value. You will lead the selection, negotiation, and management of vendor relationships while collaborating with planning, store operations, and marketing to ensure a seamless customer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop seasonal and annual closeout and off price buying strategies for domestics categories including bed, bath, and home textiles.
· Identify, evaluate, and select domestic and international vendors that meet quality, price, and compliance standards.
· Analyze sales trends, customer feedback, and market data to make informed assortment decisions.
· Manage the open-to-buy process and ensure optimal inventory levels across all channels.
· Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to achieve margin goals.
· Stay up to date on industry trends and competitive benchmarks.
· Attend trade shows and vendor meetings to discover new products and innovations in the home goods space.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s 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 fast-paced, deadline-driven 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.