Associate Buyer - Macy’s at JD Finish Line

R550US The Finish Line USA, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Finish Line USA, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Associate Buyer to support the development and execution of product assortment strategies.

You will assist in appointments, participate in product selection, and help plan seasonal assortments in line with financial targets. You will periodically provide weekly sales reports, monitor inventory flow, and collaborate with marketing to drive category features across channels.

Qualifications

• Experience in branded buying or merchandising is advantageous but not required.
• Associates degree with focus in merchandising, buying or planning is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of current and upcoming sports fashion trends.

Responsibilities

• Assist Buyer in developing and executing product assortment strategies aligned with corporate objectives and financial results.
• Attend appointments and participate in selection and editing of products.
• Assist with planning seasonal assortments to achieve financial plans.
• Provide weekly item selling reports at style/color level.
• Track samples for Visual Planners and coordinate with brands.
• Identify trends and apply observations to differentiate from competition.
• Support inventory management including RTVs and markdowns.
• Prepare and present ranges for sign-offs with relevant functions.
• Engage with brands to build relationships and explore opportunities.

Skills

Branded buying

Merchandising

Retail experience

Organization

Fast-paced

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates degree in merchandising/buying/planning

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Our Associate Buyers assists the buyer in developing and executing product assortment strategies that both align with corporate objectives and deliver required financial results. This individual will effectively exhibit JD Finish Line’s core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do by performing the following main duties:

• Assist the Buyer in developing and executing product assortment strategies that both align with the corporate objectives and deliver required financial results.
• Assist Buyer by attending all appointments, with involvement in selection and editing of product.
• Assists with the planning of seasonal assortments to achieve and or succeed departmental/corporate financial plans.
• Provides weekly reporting of item selling at the style color level.
• Tracks and provides samples for the Visual Planners.
• Identifies current/new trends and applies observations to drive sales and differentiate JD Sports from competition.
• Increase market knowledge, by attending relevant trade shows, markets and retail visits, to gain consumer and competitive insights.
• Assist the buyer in the preparation of presenting ranges for sign offs with relevant functions.
• Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings.
• Proposals to assist driving sales in your relevant department by reviewing sales and constantly looking for opportunities (e.g repeat buys)
• Assists the buyer with managing inventory levels through flow of merchandise into or out of the D.C (RTV’s) and also markdowns.
• Complete and present to the Buyer and planograms for relevant categories.
• Regular dialogue with key brands to build relationships.
• Research and be aware of new brands in the market to propose opportunities for relevant categories.
• Drive social/media/marketing content via marketing and multichannel teams to ensure category features across all channels.
• Additional duties and projects as required.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Relevant branded buying or merchandising experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Associates degree with a focus in the field of merchandising, buying or planning advantageous also but not essential.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of current and upcoming sports fashion trends within the markets.
• Retail experience.
• Fully literate in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, Excel.
• Organizational skills are essential.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced buying office environment.
• Internal JD Finish Line experience is a plus.

Required Computer and/or Technical Skills

• Should have basic to intermediate knowledge and abilities with Google Suite, Microsoft, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit for more than 6 hours per shift
• Use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and/or hear
• Walk or move from one location to another
• Occasionally may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for the position.

Average work week is 40-45 hours, which can vary depending on business needs.

The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary basis per company policy. #LI-DNI This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice.

EEO Statement:

The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law.

The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices.

Need accessibility assistance to apply? Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at [phone] or email us at [e-mail]. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.)

The global leader in sports fashion, JD Group offers a world of choices across our portfolio of brands. With opportunities at our corporate offices in Indianapolis, IN and Boulder, CO, our distribution and call center, as well as 900+ stores across the nation, JD offers the possibility for infinite growth.

At JD, our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion is louder than words. As part of JD’s commitment to creating a more diverse, equitable, & inclusive organization, we established voluntary, employee-led, Employee Resource Groups to support our Diversity & Inclusion mission and goals. We have also established a D&I Council composed of individuals throughout the company who are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals of all races, genders, and backgrounds are free to be their authentic selves. We listen to the voices of our team members, which holds us accountable in creating an equitable and successful company. Together, we are stronger.

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