Sr. Retail Buyer
Lucas Museum of Narrative ArtAbout the role
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Retail & Product Licensing, the Senior Retail Buyer leads the merchandising and category buying strategy for a curated retail experience that reflects the Museum’s mission, exhibitions, collections, and storytelling approach.
This role is responsible for shaping curated assortments and category strategies, identifying and negotiating with vendors, overseeing licensing and product development initiatives, and ensuring timely procurement and delivery of goods. The Sr. Retail Buyer uses customer insights, sales, margin, and inventory performance to guide category decisions, refine product mix, and optimize the visitor's shopping experience. Working cross-functionally with Curatorial, Marketing, Finance, and Retail teams, this role creates compelling product stories and mission-aligned assortments that support revenue goals and deepen audience engagement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Partner with Retail, Revenue & Engagement, and E-Commerce leadership to execute buying strategies for online and onsite stores
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Develop category plans, assortments, pricing, and inventory strategies aligned with audience, exhibition, and revenue goals.
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Lead product development, sourcing, licensing, and exclusive merchandise initiatives that support the Museum’s brand and mission.
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Manage vendor relationships, negotiations, purchase orders, deliveries, and supply continuity.
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Analyze sales, inventory, margins, and customer trends to optimize assortment performance and profitability.
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Lead forecasting, replenishment, open-to-buy planning, and inventory management.
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Align product launches with exhibitions, seasonal campaigns, and key Museum events.
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Identify new product categories, vendor partnerships, and growth opportunities to enhance the visitor experience.
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Prepare business reports, forecasts, and insights to support strategic retail planning.
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Collaborate with Marketing, Creative, and Retail teams on product launches, promotions, merchandising, and storytelling across store channels.
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Provide merchandising guidance, product knowledge, and assortment direction to support store readiness and sales performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
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High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in business, Merchandisi
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