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Associate Merchant

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Role Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage merchandise assortments for vertical brand subcategory of product, in partnership with the merchant - including selecting and purchasing merchandise by considering type, quality, source, timing, delivery, mix, and promotion

  • Optimize sales, inventory levels and gross margin dollars by analyzing, evaluating/recommending, negotiating and executing adjustments as needed, with their business partners (Vendors, Planning & AR).

  • Analyze economic, financial, market, competitive/noncompetitive and industry data to assess current business strategies or identify future business opportunities.  Assume the customer's perspective and ensure merchandising strategies will meet customer needs (current and future).

  • Establishing ad quantities and orders with Allocations Department to support planned sales for our regional marketing initiatives.

  • Shop national DSG stores, as well as other comparative retail stores, to identify new trends and opportunities, evaluate merchandise mix, evaluate competition, and translate findings into executable product plans.

  • Build strategic relationships with vendors and cross functional partners and Directors to discuss the business overall, recent trends, etc. Leverage vendor relationships to gain knowledge and data as it pertains to product category.  Partner with buyers to manage product selection and pricing negotiations.

  • Creates reports to assist in managing the business.  Ensures accuracy of merchandising reports, assortment sheets, and receipts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • Four year college degree in marketing, merchandising or business related field

  • 3-5 years experience

  • Previous experience as Assistant Buyer preferred

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We create an inclusive environment where passionate, skilled, and diverse teammates thrive. We create and build leading brands that serve and inspire athletes. We make a lasting impact on communities through sport. We deliver shareholder value t...

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