Top 41 Merchandise buyer Jobs in Chicago Il

Merchandise Planner
C3 Industries —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
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Buyer Associate
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —Westchester, IL
- $40,000 - $90,000 a year
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Buyer Assistant
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —Westchester, IL
- $40,000 - $78,480 a year
- Marketing
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Buyer
1-800-Flowers.com —Burr Ridge, IL
- $75,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
8d
Planner, Merchandise
Crate and Barrel —Northbrook, IL
- $83,000 - $110,000 a year
- Email
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
Craft Beer Sales Representative - Northwest Chicago Suburbs
Brew City Distribution —Chicago, IL
- $35,000.00 - $61,746.41 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health savings account
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FF&E Buyer
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants —Downers Grove, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 3 years
- Finance
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
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MRO Buyer II
Dynamic Manufacturing —Hillside, IL
- $59,335 - $71,224 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
Non-Emblematic Specialist
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —Westchester, IL
- $40,000 - $78,480 a year
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Merchandise Planning Manager
AKIRA —Chicago, IL
- $130,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- Office
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Cashier
The Dill Pickle Food Coop —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- US work authorization
Associate Planner
Crate and Barrel —Northbrook, IL
- $60,000 - $78,000 a year
- Email
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
4d
Client Sales & Insights Manager
Circana —Chicago, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Product Onboarding Specialist
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —Westchester, IL
- $12.00 - $28.38 an hour
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
11d
Key Account Manager II
Advantage Solutions —Chicago, IL
- $61,900 - $98,250 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
10d
Grocery Clerk
The Dill Pickle Food Coop —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Merchandising
3d
Sales Associate
Claire's Essentials LLC —Orland Park, IL
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Cash register
- Math
- Ability to lift 75 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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12d
Pro Shop Attendant
Troon —Riverdale, IL
- $15.40 an hour
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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Sales Associate & Buyer - Plato's Closet
Plato's Closet —Harwood Heights, IL
- $15.00 - $16.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
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6423 - Sales Help
Lids —Chicago, IL
- $16.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- Maintenance
- Employee discount
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Merchandise Planner

C3 Industries -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Inventory demand forecasting
Sales analytics & reporting tools
Inventory management software
Cross-functional collaboration
POS systems
Cross-functional communication
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Who we are…

C3 Industries is a multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with multiple product brands including the award-winning Cloud Cover Cannabis, Galactic Cannabis, Habitat Cannabis, and a retail network, High Profile Cannabis Shop. The company retails high-quality cannabis products at its High Profile locations in Connecticut, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Kentucky.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and strategic Merchandise Planner to manage inventory, optimize product mix, and drive profitability across our High Profile Cannabis Shop retail locations. This role will be instrumental in managing the accuracy of the state assortment architectures, optimal inventory levels, and ensuring each store is tailored to market trends and local customer preferences.

JOB DUTIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Inventory Optimization

Maintain fresh inventory across all stores by tracking aging and expiring SKUs.
Execute the company markdown strategy weekly and partner with the buyer for external brand support.
Identify gaps in inventory early and coordinate replenishment with the state Buyer.
Monitor product life cycles and recommend introduction or phase-out timelines for specific SKUs.

Assortment Strategy

Tailor assortments by store or store class based on volume, sales trends, regulatory nuances, and local consumer preferences.
Balance breadth with depth of inventory by store and store class.
Maintain the accuracy of assortment architectures.
Identify underperforming items for regular SKU rationalization.

Data Analysis

Turn raw data into actionable insights that support company KPIs, including revenue, margin dollars, margin percent, internal pounds sold, freshness, and price mix.
Present monthly sales recaps to Executive and cross-functional teams.

Promotional Support

Use margin, inventory, and strategic partnerships to guide weekly retail promotions.
Ensure promotions meet company margin and sales goals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Retail Operations and Marketing to ensure cohesive product launches and in-store promotions.
Collaborate with Retail Buyers to ensure assortment strategies are executed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

3–5 years of merchandise planning, inventory management, or retail analytics experience, preferably in cannabis, CPG, or specialty retail.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and inventory planning tools (e.g., ERP, POS, demand planning software).
Experience using Power BI preferred.
Experience working in a regulated industry or knowledge of cannabis compliance is a plus.
Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, especially with buying, supply chain, and store operations teams.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to adapt in a fast-paced, multi-state retail environment.
Good judgment in a fast-moving environment with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks.
Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a background check.

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