What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandiser/Buyer Gift Shop position at Trax Farm Market?
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Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate, assist in designing, and creation of visual merchandising and in-store displays featuring home décor, gifts, and seasonal collections
• Ensure sales floor is organized, fully stocked, and aligned with store aesthetics
• Rotate merchandise regularly to keep the store fresh and inviting
• Track inventory levels and coordinate restocking of popular items
• Assist customers on the sales floor with design ideas and purchases
• Analyze product performance and adjust displays to maximize sales
• Maintain signage and pricing accuracy
• Set up promotional displays and signage
• Monitor product performance and adjust strategies accordingly
• Meet with vendor representatives, place weekly fill-in orders, special orders, etc.
• Communicate with Buyer regularly regarding ordering needs, product placement, sales incentives, customer requests, and defective merchandise/issues.
Qualifications
• Previous experience in retail merchandising, especially in home décor or gift retail, preferred
• Strong eye for design, color coordination, and styling
• Creative mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, seasonal environment
• Ability to lift/move merchandise and set up displays
• Strong understanding of trends and customer behavior
• Excellent communication skills
• Passion for boutique type retail and styling
• Use of hand and power tools, ladders, and pallet jacks
Preferred Skills
• Background in visual merchandising, interior styling, or design
• Experience with seasonal/holiday merchandising
• Basic knowledge of inventory or POS systems
• Social media awareness (for trend spotting and brand alignment)
• Computer skills- knowledge of Excel
Requirements
• Ability to stand/sit 8 hours per shift
• Must be able to reach, lift, sit, stand, kneel, and bend, lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• Adaptability to heat/humidity and cold temperatures (While in the store)
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. consistently
• Attend out-of-state buying trips as needed (approx. 2/year) Minimum 5% Travel Required.
Trax Farm Market is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status
Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate, assist in designing, and creation of visual merchandising and in-store displays featuring home décor, gifts, and seasonal collections
• Ensure sales floor is organized, fully stocked, and aligned with store aesthetics
• Rotate merchandise regularly to keep the store fresh and inviting
• Track inventory levels and coordinate restocking of popular items
• Assist customers on the sales floor with design ideas and purchases
• Analyze product performance and adjust displays to maximize sales
• Maintain signage and pricing accuracy
• Set up promotional displays and signage
• Monitor product performance and adjust strategies accordingly
• Meet with vendor representatives, place weekly fill-in orders, special orders, etc.
• Communicate with Buyer regularly regarding ordering needs, product placement, sales incentives, customer requests, and defective merchandise/issues.
Qualifications
• Previous experience in retail merchandising, especially in home décor or gift retail, preferred
• Strong eye for design, color coordination, and styling
• Creative mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, seasonal environment
• Ability to lift/move merchandise and set up displays
• Strong understanding of trends and customer behavior
• Excellent communication skills
• Passion for boutique type retail and styling
• Use of hand and power tools, ladders, and pallet jacks
Preferred Skills
• Background in visual merchandising, interior styling, or design
• Experience with seasonal/holiday merchandising
• Basic knowledge of inventory or POS systems
• Social media awareness (for trend spotting and brand alignment)
• Computer skills- knowledge of Excel
Requirements
• Ability to stand/sit 8 hours per shift
• Must be able to reach, lift, sit, stand, kneel, and bend, lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• Adaptability to heat/humidity and cold temperatures (While in the store)
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. consistently
• Attend out-of-state buying trips as needed (approx. 2/year) Minimum 5% Travel Required.
Trax Farm Market is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status