Reporting to the Associate Director, Merchandise II Buyer is responsible for selecting, purchasing, and managing branded clothing and accessories for the USU Campus Store. This role requires a keen understanding of fashion trends, branding, and the preferences of the college community. The Buyer works closely with vendors to source high-quality, fashionable collegiate apparel that reflects the spirit and identity of USU.

• Product Selection: Identify and select merchandise that aligns with the needs and preferences of the USU community
• Product Promotion: Work closely with the Gift/Novelty Buyer to establish a cohesive product offering at the Campus Store while collaborating with the marketing team to promote new products, collections, seasonal items, and special events
• Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiating prices, terms, and delivery schedules to ensure the best deals
• Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, manage purchase orders, and ensure that inventory is aligned with sales forecasts and open to buy to avoid overstock or stockouts
• Trend Analysis: Stay updated on market trends, customer preferences, and seasonal demands to make informed purchasing decisions
• Budget Management: Ensure that purchases are within budget and contribute to the budgetary expectations
• Sales Performance: Analyze sales and open to buy data to assess the performance of merchandise and adjust purchasing strategies as needed
• Travel: Must be willing and able to make 3-5 out of state buying trips per year, whether individually or with a group
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, design, fashion or related field, plus two years experience in either clothing/accessories buying or visual merchandising
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple product categories and vendors simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to analyze sales data, market trends, and student preferences to make informed purchasing decisions
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and pricing with vendors
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with vendors, store staff, and customers
• Experience in managing budgets and working to achieve financial goals
• Strong technical skills with intermediate experience using Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with inventory management software and point-of-sale systems, preferably NetSuite
• Background in product design with experience using Adobe Illustrator

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application (iForm)

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Must be able to move freely throughout the store, including reaching, bending, and lifting items up to 50 pounds. Employees genernally work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is also regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. Some special events may require employees to work outdoors selling and/or moving product.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 09/2025

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Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

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In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 10/2025