Retail Merchandising & Procurement Manager

BODYBAR Pilates HQ•Fort Worth, TX

5d•$83,000 - $88,000•Hybrid

About The Position

BODYBAR Pilates is a fast-growing boutique fitness franchise delivering high-energy reformer Pilates experiences nationwide. We are seeking a Retail Merchandising & Procurement Manager to lead our systemwide retail strategy, product sourcing, vendor relationships, and franchise retail execution. This role ensures every BODYBAR studio has the right products, merchandising standards, and inventory systems to drive retail sales and elevate the brand experience.

Requirements

4+ years in retail merchandising, buying, procurement, or inventory management
Experience in fitness, boutique retail, athleisure, or apparel strongly preferred
Experience working with multi-location or franchise systems is a plus
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Experience with inventory planning, forecasting, and retail budgeting
Strong organization and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and retail/inventory systems

Nice To Haves

Key Skills: Retail merchandising & product assortment planning
Vendor sourcing and negotiation
Inventory forecasting and budget management
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to train and support field/studio teams
Creative eye for brand presentation and retail experience

Responsibilities

Lead retail merchandising strategy and seasonal product launches across all studios
Develop product assortments, planograms, and visual merchandising standards
Create retail readiness kits for new studio openings and launches
Partner with Marketing, Design, and Operations on retail campaigns and product storytelling
Research market and athleisure trends to inform product strategy
Source and manage vendors for apparel, accessories, and branded merchandise
Negotiate pricing, contracts, timelines, and order terms
Manage product ordering systems and franchisee purchasing platform
Oversee production timelines and ensure on-time delivery for studio launches
Set inventory ordering standards (MOQs, reorder points, inventory targets)
Forecast inventory needs across core and seasonal product lines
Track product performance, sales trends, and profitability
Support budgeting, invoicing, and financial reconciliation with Finance
Identify opportunities to improve margins and reduce inventory waste
Serve as the main retail merchandising contact for franchisees
Support studio openings, presales, and grand openings (including on-site support as needed)
Train studio teams on retail selling, product knowledge, and merchandising standards
Provide tools, playbooks, and guidance to improve retail execution and sales