Assistant Buyer: Elevate Sports Merch & Assortments

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support assortment planning and buying activities. You will help build tools, participate in line reviews, and ensure timely product delivery across categories.

The role collaborates with Planning, Allocation, Visual and eCommerce teams to drive growth. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years retail experience, a bachelor's degree in marketing, merchandising, or business, and a willingness to mentor junior team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, merchandising or business related field OR equivalent retail experience.
• 1-3 Years of Experience – Previously in retail, including store level, required.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Buyer or Buying internship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assortment planning and hindsight analysis for seasonal buys.
• Assist in building assortment tools and presentations.
• Support line reviews and present content.
• Analyze trends, risks, and opportunities within the business.
• Partner with Planning and Allocation on inventory flow and OTB.
• Track shipments and ensure timely product delivery.
• Execute price changes and support promotional planning.
• Maintain promotional calendars and trackers.
• Partner with Marketing and Planning on activations.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Planning, Allocation, Visual, and eCommerce teams.
• Communicate product updates and timelines.
• Support onboarding of junior team members.
• Trains and mentors Merchandise Administrators, MTPs, and Interns.

Skills

Retail experience

Assistant Buyer experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, merchandising or business related field

Job description

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support assortment planning and buying activities. You will help build tools, participate in line reviews, and ensure timely product delivery across categories.

The role collaborates with Planning, Allocation, Visual and eCommerce teams to drive growth. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years retail experience, a bachelor's degree in marketing, merchandising, or business, and a willingness to mentor junior team members.