Garden Center - Assistant Hard Goods Buyer

Assistant Hard Goods Buyer  – Garden Center

Location: Franz Witte Nampa, ID
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Franz Witte is more than just a place to shop for plants—it’s a destination! Nestled on a historic cattle ranch, our garden center offers a unique experience for plant lovers, home decorators, and outdoor enthusiasts. Our pink flamingo logo reflects our fun, vibrant, and customer-first culture. We’re growing fast and looking for an assistant Hard Goods Buyer to join our team and help curate an exceptional selection of products for our customers.

Position Summary:

The assistant Hard Goods Buyer will learn and assist with the purchasing and inventory management of all non-plant retail products, including garden tools, pottery, home décor, seasonal décor, gifts, and landscape supplies. You will learn from the head buyer to have a keen eye for market trends, gain strong vendor relationships, and how to have a passion for creating a product mix that enhances our customers’ shopping experience.

Key Responsibilities and Learning Track:

• Product Selection & Buying:

• Source, select, and purchase hard goods that align with our brand, customer preferences, and seasonal trends.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, attending trade shows and industry events to discover new products.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to maximize profitability.

• Inventory & Merchandising:

• Manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to create promotions and new arrivals to advertise.
• Monitor sales performance and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.
• Make purchases with merchandising in mind
• Compelling merchandising of the product in store to create an unforgettable guest experience

• Vendor & Budget Management:

• Track purchasing budgets and ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Identify and onboard new vendors while maintaining strong relationships with existing suppliers.
• Work closely with the finance team to manage purchase orders, invoices, and pricing strategies.

• Market Research & Trend Analysis:

• Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor offerings, and customer preferences.
• Innovate and introduce new product lines to enhance the shopping experience.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Some experience in retail buying, purchasing, or procurement, preferably in garden centers, home décor, or outdoor living industries is preferred.
• Creativity and an artistic eye are very important. Merchandising or design background a plus.
• Strong negotiation, budgeting, and analytical skills.
• Some knowledge of garden-related hard goods and seasonal retail trends.
• Ability to build strong vendor relationships and possibly attend trade shows.
• Proficiency in inventory management software, computer literacy and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Passion for gardening, home décor, and outdoor living is a plus!

Why Join Us?

• Work in a beautiful, inspiring environment with a passionate team.
• Opportunity to shape product offerings and create a unique shopping experience.
• Learn how a Garden Center works and the many benefits of enhancing peoples lives thought the products we carry.

If you’re looking to be trend-savvy buyer with a love for all things garden and home, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation & Benefits

Wage DOE:

Full-time and part-time availability

Benefits include Health, Life, STD, Accident, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match, PTO, Holiday Pay, Phone Reimbursement Allowance, and company discounts.

If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter to HR@franzwitte.com

All employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.