Assistant Buyer, Shooting Accessories & Gun Safes

Posted by Academy Sports + Outdoors on 11/15/2024

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Assistant Buyer, Shooting Accessories & Gun Safes Job Basics

Industry Sector: Outdoor
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Categories: Purchasing
Salary: -
Required to Relocate: No
Required to Travel: Yes
Employee May Telecommute: No
State: Texas
Job Seeker Must Live Within: 25 miles
City: Katy
Required Experience: 1 - 3 years

Assistant Buyer, Shooting Accessories & Gun Safes Job Description & Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study

Work Experiences:

0-3 years experience
Corporate retail experience preferred

Skills:

Strong communication skills with individuals at various levels
Build strategic work relationships with category management team, vendors and colleagues
Ability to multi-task, and effectively prioritize workload in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment while remaining detailed and organized
Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency, able to work both independently and on a team
Maintain the customer perspective as a driving force behind business decisions and activities
Analyze, draw independent conclusions and present findings and recommendations to achieve company goals and strategic objectives
Work with minimal supervision, with wide latitude for the use of initiative, discretion and independent judgment
Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel)

Responsibilities:

Manage the advertising process, including analyzing sales volume and trends, identifying and selecting products, ascertaining sample needs, monitoring and managing product inventory, creating financial projections, and making recommendations to marketing team on which products are selected to advertise in both print and digital
Create all orders adhering to tight deadlines, utilizing discovery buy sheets, and understanding which of Size Optimization or DC Splits applies. Communicate with vendors to ensure orders are processed accurately.
Manage all aspects of item setup and item ranging to ensure product arrives at the right stores using the appropriate allocation process. Maintain vendor relationships and ongoing communication with vendors, ensure selection of correct classes and attributes (which affects reporting), and differentiate reporting between new and current items
Manage relationships with Ecomm only vendors to curate the assortment that is chosen for online. Analyze online sales performance, which is key in selecting assortments for store placement based on market trends, sales predictions and store needs.
Responsible for input of monthly pricing, including markdowns and hot deals, as well as checking MAP pricing for each vendor, to ensure compliance with marketing guidelines and standards
Review brand profit margins, make suggestions for modifications to product inventory and pricing strategies, and negotiate pricing with select vendors
Assist Buyer in all aspects of the Line Review process, including presenting buying strategies and financial projections to key business stakeholders
Research market trends and conduct market analysis to ensure all items in assortment, including drop ship assortments, are priced competitively against our core group of competitors
Work directly with Category Management Team (Buyer, Planner, Replenishment Analyst, Forecast Analyst, Omnichannel Merchandiser and Space Planner) to develop cost effective buying and product placement strategies, through managing and controlling inventory, that drive sales and achieve the financial goals of the department
Provide analysis of advertising for Category Manager, complete Ad proofing and system updates as required
Communicate Ad plans monthly to each supplier
Own Open Order report and ensure past due purchase orders are cleaned up regularly, including evaluating and approving alternative order selections
Enter, revise, proof, email and track/monitor shipments, deliveries, purchase orders, and transfers; prepare re-orders, fill-ins, and closeout orders as needed
Leads collaboration with support teams on allocation, advertising, new store openings and private label development
Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedure, and safety rules
Duties may change; associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance

Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior
Regular attendance required
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary
Up to 10% travel, overnight stays as needed

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

About Academy Sports + Outdoors

Academy Sports + Outdoors is a premier sports, outdoor and lifestyle retailer with a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear along with sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel and much more. The Texas-based company operates over 200 stores throughout Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. The Academy Sports + Outdoors philosophy is to deliver an unparalleled shopping experience by providing convenience, offering a broad selection of quality products, delivering exceptional customer service and selling the right stuff at every day low prices. For more information about Academy Sports + Outdoors visit academy.com, facebook.com/academy, twitter.com/academy, pinterest.com/academy and youtube.com/academy.

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