General Merchandise Buyer

Plum Market is thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of our newest location in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, scheduled for early 2026. This highly anticipated store will bring Plum Market’s signature offering of fresh, locally sourced, and thoughtfully curated natural and organic foods to the vibrant Palm Beach community. Guests can look forward to a full-service experience featuring chef-crafted prepared foods, premium grocery selections, and exceptional hospitality in a welcoming, elevated environment that reflects the best of the Plum Market brand.

Join the Plum Market Team - Where Passion Meets Opportunity!

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry. We are dedicated to offering the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our Customers.

At Plum Market, our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do . We are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our Customers lead a better lifestyle. Our priority is creating a welcoming environment that supports both our Customers and our Team Members.

Our Retail Grocery Stores reflect the diverse communities we serve . From our dedicated Team Members and valued Customers to our local vendors and thoughtfully curated product selection, we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we’d love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Why Work at Plum Market?

Flexible Scheduling - Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.

Grow Your Passion - Learn about great food while advancing your skills and knowledge.

Comprehensive Training - We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.

Competitive Holiday Pay - Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.

Career Growth Opportunities - As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!

Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

401(k) with Company Match - Available after just six months.

Team Member Discounts - Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.

Plum Market is more than just a workplace - it’s a desirable and rewarding environment where your contributions matter.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!

Description:

The General Merchandise Buyer oversees the curated lifestyle and gift selections in the Apothecary department, including candles, books, tea, nutritional bars, sustainable home goods, baby items, and seasonal gift items. This position is responsible for purchasing, inventory control, visual merchandising, and creating a unique and welcoming retail experience. The Buyer brings a sharp eye for design, product trends, and Customer appeal, ensuring all displays and assortments reflect Plum Market’s brand and values.

Who you are:

You model and provide exceptional Customer Service.

You have a passion for unique, sustainable, and creative general merchandise.

You are a visual thinker and enjoy storytelling through merchandising.

You are organized, detail-driven, and love working with evolving product lines.

You value inclusion and teamwork and are energized by collaboration.

You are resourceful, solutions-focused, and flexible in a changing environment.

You bring creativity and inspiration to your role.

What you will bring:

Experience in retail buying, merchandising, or related field.

Strong understanding of lifestyle product trends and Customer preferences.

Solid communication skills and confidence working with vendors and partners.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Apps and the ability to adapt and learn new software solutions.

Ability to plan, execute, and pivot across multiple product lines.

Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical ability to perform essential duties, including standing and walking up to 4 hours without a break, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and pushing/pulling carts up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

What you will do:

Purchase, receive, and manage inventory for general merchandise categories, ensuring fresh, compelling assortments and low out-of-stocks.

Merchandise floor and endcaps creatively with a focus on storytelling and visual impact.

Maintain accurate signage and pricing and ensure systems reflect current inventory.

Monitor sales and margin performance; make adjustments to meet department goals.

Work closely with the Apothecary leadership team to align on department layout, promotions, and merchandising standards.

Support seasonal resets and new product introductions with attention to visual detail.

Communicate new item details and merchandising instructions to team members.

Manage vendor relationships and coordinate product sampling and promotions.

Follow all store safety, sanitation, and operational procedures.