Assistant Merchant: Elevate Sports Merchandising

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support merchants in developing merchandise assortments by category and applying financials. You will own in-season category performance, monitor results, and make recommendations to optimize buy decisions, pricing, and inventory for store locations.

The role involves preparing floor plans, communicating with planning teams, and mentoring junior staff. A four-year degree in marketing/merchandising or business and 1–3 years of relevant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, merchandising or business.
• Four-year college degree completed.
• 1–3 years of experience in merchandising or buying.
• Previous experience as Assistant Buyer (1–2 years) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the merchants in the in-depth development of merchandise assortments by category, collaborating on every aspect of the process.
• Assume responsibility of in-season category ownership by monitoring performance and making recommendations to drive business results.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

1-3 years experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Marketing/Merchandising/Business Degree

Job description

DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support merchants in developing merchandise assortments by category and applying financials. You will own in-season category performance, monitor results, and make recommendations to optimize buy decisions, pricing, and inventory for store locations.

The role involves preparing floor plans, communicating with planning teams, and mentoring junior staff. A four-year degree in marketing/merchandising or business and 1–3 years of relevant