Assistant Buyer, Women's Nike-Adidas-Puma Apparel - Lexington, United States - Academy Corp

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**Job Description:**

**Education**:

Bachelors 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**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. ?**

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