Floor & Decor · 1 week ago
Category Specialist
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFloor & Decor is transforming spaces and careers across the country, seeking a Category Specialist to drive category execution. This role involves partnering with a Senior Buyer to develop category plans and manage vendor relationships, impacting customer experience and store performance.
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Responsibilities
Partnering closely with a Senior Buyer to help develop and execute category plans, product strategies, and seasonal priorities
Supporting buying decisions through analysis, inventory management, promotions, and planogram execution
Owning specific buying responsibilities for assigned categories, regions, or initiatives
Managing vendor relationships, purchase orders, SKU setups, and ongoing follow-ups to keep product flowing accurately and on time
Creating and maintaining category training materials, new product communications, and store-ready guidance
Supporting store teams by troubleshooting issues, managing grand opening needs, and ensuring category execution stays clean and consistent
Qualification
Required
2+ years of merchandising, buying, or inventory-related experience in a fast-paced retail or category environment
Strong analytical skills, especially in Excel, with the ability to turn data into clear actions
A detail-oriented mindset—you notice what's off before it becomes a problem
The ability to juggle multiple priorities while meeting deadlines without losing accuracy
Clear, confident communication skills for working with buyers, vendors, and store partners
A proactive, organized approach and comfort operating in the day-to-day realities of retail
Benefits
Bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level
401k with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Referral Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)
Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates
Paid holidays plus a personal holiday
Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1
Company
Floor & Decor
Floor & Decor is a high-growth, differentiated, multi-channel specialty retailer of hard surface flooring and related accessories.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2017-04-26IPO
2010-11-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Bryan Langley
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
John Adamson
SVP and Chief Information Officer
Recent News
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