Purchasing and Merchandising Manager

Purchasing and Merchandising Manager SoundPro | Irving, TXWe're Growing. Are You Ready?SoundPro is adding a Purchasing and Merchandising Manager to our team. We're looking for someone who combines deep AVL industry knowledge with sharp business acumen and real leadership ability. If you thrive on product strategy, vendor relationships, and the decisions that keep a best-in-class assortment sharp and competitive, we'd love to hear from you.This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape how professional audio, video, and lighting products are sourced, positioned, and delivered to our customers.About SoundProSoundPro is a leading national dealer and distributor of Pro Audio, Video, and Lighting products headquartered in Irving, Texas. For over 50 years, we've been known for deep industry expertise, curated stock, fast shipping, and award-winning sales support.Our Purchasing and Merchandising team plays a key role in keeping that reputation intact, ensuring our product assortment stays curated, competitive, and ready to deliver for our customers every day.Your PRO Partner in AVL.What We Bring to the TableA company that invests in its people. Clear growth paths, mentorship, and the tools to succeed from day one. We mean that.A team that speaks your language. Decades of collective AVL expertise and a genuine passion for the industry we serve.A culture where collaboration is the default. Every department works together and your work has a real impact on the business.50 years in and still growing. The stability of an industry veteran with the energy of a company that isn't done yet.Accountability is part of who we are. We take ownership, follow through, and trust each other to do the same. Because we're proud of what we build together.What We're Looking ForYou're the kind of person who takes ownership. You follow up before you're asked, you're solutions-focused, and you genuinely care about delivering a great experience every time.This role is both strategic and hands-on. You'll lead a team while staying close to the details, connecting product decisions to financial outcomes and keeping SoundPro's assortment ahead of market demand.Someone who leads with clarity, developing and supporting their team while maintaining a high standard of performanceExperienced in building vendor and manufacturer relationships and negotiating pricing, terms, and inventory positionsAnalytically minded, able to assess product performance, margins, and trends to inform smart buying decisionsOrganized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environmentA natural collaborator who works well across Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to align purchasing and merchandising with business goalsAttentive to detail and proactive about identifying and resolving discrepancies, process gaps, and operational inefficienciesQualifications3+ years of experience in purchasing, merchandising, or sales within the professional audio, video, and lighting industry2+ years of experience leading direct reportsDeep product knowledge across professional audio (live sound, installed systems, recording), lighting (intelligent lighting, control systems, rigging), and video (broadcast, streaming, production gear)Experience with ERP systems and inventory management platformsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysisStrong negotiation, vendor management, and communication skillsBachelor's degree preferredBonus points for:Familiarity with eCommerce merchandising principlesExperience with drop shipments, RMAs, and order flow resolutionThe CultureWe're a tight-knit team, not a corporate machine. We don't have "employees" — we have team members, and we invest in them. As our CEO puts it: "We're good people doing good things."BenefitsCompetitive payGenerous PTO + wellness time401K with company matchLife insurance (individual and dependent)Health benefits with employer contributionQuarterly team building eventsFrequent giveaways and free mealsCasual dress, laid-back (non-corporate) environmentReal mentorship and a clear path to grow