Associate Buyer - Going Gone! (apparel)

DICK'S Sporting Goods

Customer Support Center, US
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Develop merchandise assortments
Negotiate vendor contracts and pricing
Analyze market and competitive data
DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking an Associate Buyer for their Going Going Gone! apparel division, responsible for developing merchandise assortments and managing vendor relationships. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience in retail buying, along with a commitment to fostering inclusivity and teamwork

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing and managing merchandise assortments that meet consumer needs while aligning with the brand vision.
  • Candidates will partner with business partners to review financial plans and ensure alignment between expectations and assortment strategies.
  • The position requires executing operational needs including style setup, purchase order writing, and advertising strategy implementation.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking an Associate Buyer for their Going Going Gone! apparel division, responsible for developing merchandise assortments and managing vendor relationships. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience in retail buying, along with a commitment to fostering inclusivity and teamwork.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop merchandise assortments
  • Negotiate vendor contracts and pricing
  • Analyze market and competitive data
  • Manage open to buy positions
  • Execute new line delivery tasks

Nice-to-have

  • Mentor assistant buyers or merch admins
  • Participate in market trips to stores
  • Collaborate with visual teams on gameplans
  • Drive productivity through best practices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Merchandising
  • 3-5 years of retail experience
  • Preferred experience as an Assistant Buyer

Work Rights

Not specified

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