Assistant Merchant

Four Hands•Austin, TX

43d

About The Position

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 Merchandising team is seeking a talented, versatile Assistant Merchant to join our team. This position will maintain data integrity, support product strategies, and stay informed about market trends as well as close collaboration with cross-functional teams like Marketing, Sales, and Product Development.

Requirements

1+ year of experience in retail planning, buying, merchandising or related role
Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising or related field
Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Take ownership of the accuracy and reliability of merchandising data and reporting tools
Regularly audit key metrics and values to ensure consistency and alignment with business objectives
Generate actionable insights from data analysis to support decision-making processes
Assist Senior Merchants/Merchants in developing assortment line plans and executing product strategies
Collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to optimize product assortment and inventory management
Monitor sales performance and adjust merchandising strategies as needed to achieve targets
Conduct continuous market research and competitive shopping to identify emerging trends and opportunities
Utilize trend sources and consumer insights to recommend new product lines or improvements to existing offerings
Inform the team about market dynamics and competitive landscape
Work closely with Marketing, Sales, Product Development, and Planning teams to align merchandising efforts with overall business goals
Facilitate communication and information sharing across departments to ensure seamless execution of merchandising initiatives
Support pricing strategies and gross margin goals by conducting thorough market analysis and competitive research to optimize product pricing and profitability
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