Domestics Buyer - Corporate

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 du00e9cor 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: u00b7 Develop seasonal and annual closeout and off price buying strategies for domestics categories including bed, bath, and home textiles. u00b7 Identify, evaluate, and select domestic and international vendors that meet quality, price, and compliance standards. u00b7 Analyze sales trends, customer feedback, and market data to make informed assortment decisions. u00b7 Manage the open-to-buy process and ensure optimal inventory levels across all channels. u00b7 Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to achieve margin goals. u00b7 Stay up to date on industry trends and competitive benchmarks. u00b7 Attend trade shows and vendor meetings to discover new products and innovations in the home goods space. Qualifications: u00b7 Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field. u00b7 3+ years of buying experience in apparel or fashion retail. u00b7 Strong understanding of fashion trends, consumer behavior, and retail math. u00b7 Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. u00b7 Experience in the closeout/off price apparel market u00b7 Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail. u00b7 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.

Created: 2025-12-05