Job Description

Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home.

Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin's Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees' careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.

Our Merchant team is seeking a talented, versatile Merchant to join our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate command of assortment planning, strategic pricing, competitive market analysis, exceptional analytical skills, and a track record of success in driving positive and continuous improvement within the organization

In This Role

Develop and execute brand assortment plans in partnership with Merchandising Leadership and Product Development for assigned categories
Drive sales growth by identifying assortment gaps and analyzing market trends
Conduct competitive market analysis to inform assortment decisions and enhance product positioning
Partner with Buying and Planning department on new item forecasting, markdown strategies, and inventory management
Support pricing decisions with a strong understanding of product margin strategies
Provide detailed product performance reporting and actionable insights to leadership
Foster strong partnerships with Product Development and Buying and Planning
Actively contribute to departmental and category initiatives to support growth
Monitor and respond to evolving market trends and performance data to identify growth opportunities
Maintain accurate product and pricing data for assigned categories
Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications
Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands Team
- Be open and honest
- Reach for excellence
- Act with responsibility
- Value the whole person
- Enjoy the journey

The Ideal Person

4+ years of experience in retail planning, buying, or equivalent roles
Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising or related field
Proficient in Excel and data analysis tools
Understanding of pricing strategy and margin optimization
Strong written and verbal communication skills

About Four Hands

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, since 1996, Four Hands crafts furniture, art and décor — pieces that are all about creating space. Timeless, thoughtful designs with endless possibilities. Pieces meant to be experienced and form a whole that feels like home.

Our trade customers range from interior designers to large retailers who rely on our expertise to grow and guide their business to success. We treat our partners as part of the Four Hands family, championing them and rooting for their every win.

And, we are constantly pursuing better — from sourcing the finest materials and finishes to seeking fresh inspiration to elevate our designs — we are never settled, never done.

Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Visit www.FourHands.com for more information.

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