Assistant Buyer- Water & Paddle Sports

DICK'S Sporting Goods

Customer Support Center
Not specified; not specified; not specified
Hybrid
Develop merchandise assortments by category
Collaborate with buyers on financials
Participate in vendor pre-line meetings
DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Water & Paddle Sports at their Customer Support Center. The role involves assisting in merchandise assortment development, vendor communication, and analyzing business trends to make informed recommendations

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing merchandise assortments and collaborating with buyers on financial aspects of the process.
  • Candidates will participate in vendor pre-line meetings to review product offerings and gain insight into vendor strategies.
  • The position requires tracking vendor shipping, resolving late shipments, and executing advertising strategies from planning to proof accuracy.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Water & Paddle Sports at their Customer Support Center. The role involves assisting in merchandise assortment development, vendor communication, and analyzing business trends to make informed recommendations.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop merchandise assortments by category
  • Collaborate with buyers on financials
  • Participate in vendor pre-line meetings
  • Track vendor shipping and resolve delays
  • Execute advertising strategy and proof accuracy

Nice-to-have

  • Passionate curiosity about trends
  • Mentor new hires effectively
  • Seek opportunities to learn independently
  • Build cross-functional partnerships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in marketing, merchandising or business related field
  • 1-3 Years of Experience in retail including store level
  • Previous experience as an Assistant Buyer or Buying internship preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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