Associate Unsigned Buyer- Memorabilia

Fanatics; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Flexible time off

Competitive 401k plan

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Fanatics is seeking a qualified candidate to strengthen its Unsigned Product Business in the Town of Florida, New York. The role involves assisting in the product development and procurement for unsigned merchandise. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business and experience in buying and inventory management. You will have the opportunity to influence product positioning and enhance the customer experience, alongside a supportive culture that emphasizes collaboration and wellness benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven track-record of building high-performance products.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Deep understanding of fan experiences and customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of unsigned product assortments.
• Track unsigned merchandise buying needs and perform data analysis.
• Create SKUs and manage item purchasing processes.
• Collaborate with vendors to build lasting partnerships.

Skills

Product development

Data analysis

Strategic procurement

Vendor relationship management

Operational planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

How you will make an impact

• Assist in the Unsigned Product Business – Focus on the end‑to‑end execution of unsigned product assortments that are managed by Fanatics Authentic. Responsibilities include new product development, assisting with optimal quantities and pricing, managing inventory levels and aiding in finding ways to innovate in our unsigned product business.
• Tracking and Planning Unsigned Buying Needs – Assist in strategic procurement of unsigned merchandise for autograph signings as well as coordination of jerseys to be decorated pre and post signing. Responsibilities include tracking performance reports, conducting data analysis and anticipating needs.
• Execute the day‑to‑day responsibility of buying needs – Assist in the SKU creation process for all items within your purview, as well as cut POs, and plan with the Product team for needs.
• Participate in relationships with key hard goods vendors – Collaborate closely with those vendors to build relationships and create lasting partnerships that can be beneficial for both sides.

What you bring to the team

1. A proven track‑record of building and creating world‑class, high‑performance products to set and deliver against aggressive financial targets and operational deliverables.
2. Ability to work well under pressure as the sports world is ever changing so we can capitalize on hot markets and micro‑moments.
3. Deep understanding of the league/team/property/college partners and the fans they serve – and the ability to coalesce a unified vision of product to drive sales and a culture that is relentlessly focused on enhancing the fan experience with Fanatics.
4. Obsessive about best‑in‑class customer/fan experience across all touchpoints to build best in class products across the sports you are responsible for.
5. Highly data/metrics‑driven and analytical with a structured problem‑solving approach and with a profound understanding of how to drive sophisticated customer intelligence capability, working closely with data teams to do so in an omni‑channel environment, and will have deep familiarity with the relevant supporting technologies to drive best‑in‑class experience.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in buying, merchandising, inventory management, planning and operations is a plus.

Where You’ll Work and What’s required

• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time for partner meetings, events, and other related activities.

What’s in it for you

• Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top‑tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you'll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity paternity leave, and infertility treatment. Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future. At Fanatics, we're dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life.