Assistant Buyer - Hosiery/seasonal Fw/slippers

Academy Sports + Outdoors

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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
0-3 years corporate retail experience
Proficient in microsoft excel
** Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Hosiery/Seasonal Footwear/Slippers to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role involves managing advertising processes, vendor relationships, and product inventory while supporting the overall buying strategy. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing the full advertising process including analyzing sales trends and selecting products for print and digital campaigns.
  • Candidates will collaborate closely with the Category Management Team to develop cost-effective buying strategies that drive departmental financial goals.
  • Academy Sports + Outdoors fosters a people-first culture built on fun, offering opportunities for growth and meaningful connections within a passionate team.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Hosiery/Seasonal Footwear/Slippers to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role involves managing advertising processes, vendor relationships, and product inventory while supporting the overall buying strategy. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 0-3 years corporate retail experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Vendor relationship management skills
  • Inventory and order management capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication across all levels
  • Ability to work independently with initiative
  • Experience with Ecommerce vendor curation
  • Strategic thinking for product selection
  • Passion for sports and outdoors culture

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • 0-3 years of related work experience
  • Corporate retail experience preferred

Work Rights

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