RETAIL BUYER - MAROON U in College Station, Texas at C C Creations

Retail Buyer at Maroon U

Imagine building the product assortment for the premier destination for Aggie apparel and gifts!

At Maroon U, we're more than a retail store. We're where Aggie traditions come to life. Every season, every game day, and every celebration begins with the products our customers proudly wear and share. We're looking for a passionate, strategic Retail Buyer who has an eye for trends, a head for business, and a passion for creating unforgettable shopping experiences.

If you love discovering the next best-selling product, negotiating with vendors, analyzing sales trends, and building assortments that customers can't resist, this is your opportunity.

Why You'll Love This Role

As a Retail Buyer, you'll influence what thousands of customers see, shop, and wear every day.

You'll combine creativity with analytics. Using customer insights, trend forecasting, and retail math to curate exciting merchandise collections while driving sales, profitability, and inventory performance.

This isn't just buying products.

It's building the future of Aggie retail.

What You'll Do

You'll own your merchandise categories from concept to customer.

Your responsibilities include:

• Build exciting merchandise assortments that drive sales and delight customers.
• Analyze sales trends, inventory performance, and customer demand to make smart buying decisions.
• Source new vendors and discover fresh products that keep Maroon U ahead of the competition.
• Negotiate pricing, freight, payment terms, and vendor partnerships.
• Forecast inventory and manage replenishment to maximize sales while minimizing excess inventory.
• Present new collections and business recommendations to senior leadership.
• Partner with Marketing to launch new products, promotions, photoshoots, and seasonal campaigns.
• Work closely with Operations, Visual Merchandising, and Store Leadership to ensure flawless product launches.
• Travel to apparel markets and trade shows to discover emerging brands and industry trends.

We're Looking for Someone Who...

• Loves retail and merchandising
• Gets excited about product, fashion, and customer trends
• Makes decisions using both data and instinct
• Can negotiate confidently and build lasting vendor relationships
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Has exceptional organizational and analytical skills
• Takes ownership and follows through
• Wants to build something bigger than just another retail assortment of "things."

What Makes You Successful

You'll thrive here if you enjoy:

• Reading sales reports as much as fashion magazines
• Spotting trends before they become trends
• Turning data into profitable buying decisions
• Managing inventory like it's your own business
• Building relationships that create win-win partnerships
• Continuously asking, "How can we make this better?"

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of experience in retail buying, merchandising, inventory planning, or a related retail role
• Strong understanding of retail math, inventory planning, gross margin, and assortment planning
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Outstanding communication and organizational abilities
• Experience with apparel, accessories, or licensed merchandise is a plus
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to jump in wherever needed

Why Maroon U?

At Maroon U, your ideas matter.

You'll work alongside a passionate team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement while helping shape one of the most recognized collegiate retail destinations in the country.

Whether you're launching the next must-have game day collection or finding the next great vendor partnership, your work will directly impact thousands of Aggie fans.

Our core values are not just words on a wall. They are the daily heartbeat of our team and the compass for every choice we make. We are looking for people who believe in these same values.

• Deliver the Wow - go beyond expectations in every interaction. We create memorable experiences through exceptional service, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.
• Never Satisfied - Good is never good enough. We continuously look for smarter, faster, and better ways to improve our processes and performance.
• Do It Right - Integrity matters. We take pride in doing things the right way the first time, with accuracy, accountability, and professionalism.
• Attitude is Everything - Bring positive energy, embrace challenges, and inspire those around you. A great attitude is contagious and drives great results.
• Build Better Relationships - Success is built on trust. We collaborate, communicate openly, and support one another to achieve shared goals.
• All In - Show up, step up, and own it. We give our best every day, work as one team, and do whatever it takes to help each other succeed.

We Provide Great Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) that begins accruing from day one. Use it as you earn it.
• Eight paid holidays, including a paid "Me Day" to celebrate your birthday however you choose
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your eligible family members
• Company paid life insurance for you, with the option to purchase additional coverage for yourself and eligible family members
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee discounts on custom apparel and promotional products
• Exclusive discounts at both The Warehouse and Maroon U retail store locations

Bonus Perks

You'll have the opportunity to travel to apparel markets, trade shows, and vendor meetings to discover new products, strengthen partnerships, and stay ahead of what's next in retail.

If you're passionate about retail, love finding products customers can't wait to buy, and want to help shape the future of Aggie merchandising, we'd love to meet you.

Bring your creativity. Bring your analytical mindset. Bring your passion for retail.

Apply today and help create the next generation of Maroon U favorites.