Furniture Buyer & Merchandiser

Jory Henley & Co Wairau Park Ltd / Auckland Location / Furniture Buyer & Merchandiser Required

Jory Henley & Co Wairau Park is a boutique, medium-formatted furniture store located in Wairau Business Park, North Shore Auckland. The business requires a Furniture Buyer & Merchandiser to join their team to ensure a smooth stock and merchandising workflow for the store.

The right candidate profile:

• 2+ years of buying, merchandising and logistics planning experience combined, ideally in a furniture retailing environment.
• The pay scale is $30.00-$35.00 depending on skills, the minimum hour of work is 30 hours per week, rostered on 5 days during a normal week.
• No qualification required

Other Ideal attributes

• §  Physically fit
• §  Good attention to detail and accuracy
• §  Basic computer skills and able to work with MS Office suite, especially Excel
• §  Positive, punctual, honest, works well individually and in a team
• §  Commercial vehicle driver’s license and forklift license are desirable but not essential

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Source, select, and purchase furniture products aligned with store style, pricing, and target market
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers and manufacturers
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and overseas vendors
• Evaluate product quality, cost, and supplier performance
• Coordinate production timelines with suppliers to ensure on-time shipment and delivery

• Plan and implement effective in-store merchandising and furniture displays
• Collaborate with sales team on product launches and promotions
• Ensure showroom layouts are visually appealing and aligned with brand standards
• Monitor product performance and adjust floor displays based on sales trends
• Coordinate seasonal merchandising plans and promotional setups
• Analyse sales data, stock turnover, and customer preferences to guide buying decisions
• Maintain optimal stock levels to prevent overstocking or stock shortages
• Coordinate inbound logistics including freight booking, shipping schedules, and container consolidation
• Monitor shipment status, track deliveries, and resolve freight or customs clearance issues
• Liaise with warehouse team members to ensure accurate receiving, storage, and stock allocation
• Ensure all purchased products meet quality, compliance, and safety standards
• Assist in range planning and category management for furniture collections