Merchandiser, Ftw, Chc

CHAMPS SPORTS; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking company that thrives in the fast-paced sneaker culture. This hybrid role focuses on developing and executing assortment plans while managing inventory across various locations. With opportunities for growth into Buying and Planning roles, you will play a crucial part in ensuring stores are stocked with the latest trends. If you are passionate about retail fashion and eager to make an impact, this position offers a vibrant environment where your skills can shine.

Benefits

Employee Discount

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills for data analysis and intermediate Excel proficiency.
• Experience in replenishment, allocations, and retail fashion management.

Responsibilities

• Develop assortment plans and manage inventory across multiple store locations.
• Review weekly performance and optimize inventory levels based on sales trends.

Skills

Data Analysis

Excel (Intermediate)

Replenishment

Allocations

Merchandising

Retail Store Management

Retail Math

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Team Participation

Job description

Overview

This hybrid position will be located at our Corporate Office in North York, Ontario. The expected in-office schedule is three days a week, typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Champs Sports is seeking outgoing individuals with experience in replenishment, allocations, merchandising, or retail fashion store management, combined with a passion for impressing customers. In this computer-based role at our corporate office, the Merchandiser develops and executes assortment plans and manages inventory across multiple store locations to maximize sales and profit. Our fast-paced sneaker culture offers growth opportunities beyond this role, including potential advancement into Buying, Planning, Senior Merchandiser positions, and other roles supporting our Men’s, Women’s, and Kid’s businesses. We collaborate with top brands such as Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Under Armour, Puma, and more to ensure our stores are always stocked with the latest trends.

The anticipated start date for this role is June 2025; however, this is subject to change.

Location:

Corporate Office - North York, Ontario
230 Barmac Road, 2nd Floor
North York, ON M9L 2Z3

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Responsibilities

1. Trend Identification & Allocation

• Develop assortment plans aligned with strategic goals to allocate stock based on demand.
• Identify geographic and market trends using statistical analysis, media publications, market visits, competitor analysis, and product reviews with the field team.
• Compile and analyze product performance data to identify missed opportunities.

In-Season Management

• Review weekly performance by style and category with the Buyer, Allocation Manager, and Financial Planner against plans and forecasts.
• Create and maintain size profiles by store.
• Regularly review in-stock rates to ensure adequate stock levels based on store and e-commerce demand.
• Optimize inventory levels by monitoring sales and sizing trends.
• Monitor inbound receipt flow daily to ensure product flow aligns with supply chain needs.
• Analyze store performance on new and remodeled stores.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills for data analysis.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and charts & graphs.
• Experience in replenishment, allocations, merchandising, or retail fashion store management.
• Knowledge of the retail fashion industry or sports environment is preferred.
• Advanced understanding of retail math.
• Critical thinking and effective time management skills.
• Passion for sneaker culture.
• Effective team participation across merchant functions.

Benefits

The annual salary range for this role is $53,000 - $65,000, determined by education, experience, skills, and market factors. This salary is part of the total compensation package, which includes:

• Employee Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups