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Furniture Merchandise Buyer and Inventory ManagerTAPP Workforce Solutions Inc. • Barrie, ON, Canada
Furniture Merchandise Buyer and Inventory Manager

Furniture Merchandise Buyer and Inventory Manager

TAPP Workforce Solutions Inc. • Barrie, ON, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Furniture Merchandise Buyer and Inventory Manager

Location : Barrie, ON | On-site | $70,000-$80,000

Job Type : Full-time | Permanent | Monday to Friday

Compensation : $70,000-$80,000 per year + Benefits

Benefits : Dental care, casual dress environment

Location : On-site in Barrie, ON

Travel : Up to 25% (e.g., vendor visits, trade shows)

Schedule : Monday to Friday

About the Company

Our client is a well-established national furniture retailer with locations across Canada, known for offering high-quality furniture at unbeatable warehouse prices. With steady growth and a reputation as a value leader in the industry, this company continues to thrive without the overhead of fancy showrooms — just great products, smart operations, and a loyal customer base.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Merchandise Manager with a strong background in furniture or mattress buying to lead product selection, vendor negotiations, inventory planning, and market trend alignment.

You'll work closely with the President and senior leadership to ensure the right products are sourced at the right time — and delivered to the right locations — to meet customer demand across Canada.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Procurement

  • Identify and evaluate vendors and products aligned with company needs and customer preferences
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and fulfillment schedules
  • Align purchasing with demand forecasts and product lifecycle planning
  • Maintain and evolve the product roadmap

Inventory Management

  • Monitor inventory levels across locations to avoid stockouts or overstock
  • Optimize turnover and reduce carrying costs by analyzing movement data
  • Generate reports on order status, inventory performance, and trends
  • Use analytics to inform future buys and assortment decisions
  • Product & Market Strategy

  • Analyze sales trends and customer data to anticipate future inventory needs
  • Identify gaps and opportunities for new products
  • Conduct competitor research and monitor market trends, styles, and seasonal preferences
  • Collaborate with operations and leadership on product quality and availability
  • What We're Looking For

    Must-have :

  • Minimum 3-5 years of buying experience in the furniture or mattress industry
  • Strong vendor negotiation skills
  • Proven inventory planning and data analysis capabilities
  • Proficiency with Excel and inventory tools (ERP, forecasting systems)
  • Highly organized with strong communication and decision-making skills
  • Nice-to-have :

  • Experience working in a multi-location warehouse retail model
  • Exposure to trend forecasting and product lifecycle planning
  • Experience with overseas sourcing or large-volume import operations
  • Apply If You...

  • Have solid volume furniture buying experience
  • Enjoy a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Are ready to take ownership of the buying function and make a national impact
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