Merchandise Buyer

Senior Manager, Merchandising BuyerHome & Gift | Heritage Lifestyle BrandDallas, TexasSome people manage products.Great merchants build stories customers want to bring into their homes.We’re partnering with one of the most iconic names in Elevated Western & American craftsmanship, to find a Senior Manager, Merchandising Buyer to create, lead and expand their Home & Gift category.For more than 140 years, our client has been known for creating some of the finest handcrafted products in the world. Today, the brand is expanding its lifestyle offering, bringing the same attention to detail, heritage craftsmanship, and premium materials into the home.This is a rare opportunity for a merchant who loves product, understands storytelling through assortment, and wants to help build a category with real visibility and impact.The OpportunityIn this role, you’ll own the full lifecycle of the Home & Gift assortment—from concept and vendor partnerships through product launch and retail execution.You’ll work cross-functionally with design, planning, sourcing, marketing, and retail leadership to shape a category that reflects the our clients lifestyle and heritage aesthetic.This is an opportunity to define what elevated western luxury looks like in the home.What You'll DoBuild and manage compelling product assortments aligned with brand strategy and growth goalsIdentify and source premium vendors and artisan partnersLead vendor negotiations, costing strategies, and margin managementAnalyze sales trends and customer insights to guide merchandising decisionsPartner with design and product development to bring new concepts to marketOversee product lifecycle from ideation through launch across retail and e-commerceDevelop reporting and insights to drive category growth and performanceLead and mentor a merchandising team memberThe Ideal MerchantThe strongest candidates will bring a mix of analytical merchandising discipline and product passion.You likely have experience in categories such as:Home décorLifestyle retailGift or accessoriesHeritage or premium brandsAnd you’re energized by the opportunity to build something.You might currently work with brands like Arhaus, Sundance Catalog, Pendleton Woolen Mills, Ralph Lauren Home, or other lifestyle retailers where craftsmanship and storytelling matter.What You Bring~10+ years in merchandising, buying, product development, or category managementStrong financial acumen including margin management and assortment planningExperience managing vendor relationships and negotiating product costsA strong eye for product and customer trendsAbility to collaborate across design, sourcing, planning, and marketing teamsExperience in omnichannel retail environmentsWhy This Role Stands OutHigh-visibility role shaping a growing lifestyle categoryOpportunity to build new vendor relationships and product assortmentsWork with a heritage brand known for craftsmanship and authenticityCollaborative leadership team with strong cross-functional supportCome create something truly new and amazing!