Boutique Merchandiser
Fort Worth
Job Description Job Description Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
BODYBAR Pilates, A fast-growing fitness franchise based out of Fort Worth, Texas is seeking an experienced, proactive and detail oriented Merchandiser and Purchaser to oversee retail procurement, merchandising and product training across the BODYBAR Pilates franchise system. This is a full-time exempt position and the ideal employee for this position must be a team player with prior experience in retail sales, athletic/athleisure wear, and merchandising. Reporting directly to the Director of Marketing, this position will be an integral part of the HQ franchising team with a core focus on negotiations, research & planning, merchandising, and brand compliance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain relationships with retail vendors and suppliers while continually scouting for additional, quality vendors.
Negotiate retail vendor pricing and minimum/maximum fulfillment quantities
Evaluate spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance quality products and timeliness of production and fulfillment
Conduct regular market research/analysis for retail trends and changes in price points
Communicate with management regularly regarding efficient flow of products and services
Support & Train Franchisees: Develop and deliver comprehensive retail training programs for our franchisees, covering everything from initial inventory ordering to ongoing sales techniques and best practices
Work with the Marketing Department to procure and apply materials for internal and external projects, including but not limited to: apparel design, studio social media content, ecommerce site content
Review and analyze retail revenue reports to determine profitability and demand for various products
Liaise with the accounting department and produce reports needed for financial reporting
Monitor franchisee retail purchases to ensure they align with brand standards and guidelines
Monitor warehouse retail inventory levels for high order items and reorder as prescribed
Complete financial and other administration tasks as needed
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Bachelors Degree in Retail, Supply Chain Management or related field
2 years experience overseeing retail and merchandising
2 years experience working in the fitness franchising environment
Proven knowledge of athletic and athleisure wear trends
Excellent management and organization skills
Strong negotiation and problem solving skills
Efficient and effective communication skills
Supply change management experience preferred
Ability to analyze data and identify trends
Team player with the ability to work independently
Must be willing to travel up to 25%
Note: Candidates local to the Dallas-Fort Worth area strongly preferred
Flexible work from home options available.