Buyer, Consumer Products

New York Mets; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Mets are seeking a Buyer for their Consumer Products team. This role involves curating merchandise for Team Stores, leading buying efforts for soft and hard goods, and collaborating with vendors to enhance the fan experience. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, with at least 3 years of buying experience, and be flexible to work varied hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of buying experience, specializing in licensed and/or sports.
• Able to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Curate merchandise assortment for Mets Team Stores.
• Lead buyer for core soft goods and hard goods.
• Collaborate with vendors and support retail operations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Team-oriented

Motivation

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Summary:

The New York Mets are seeking a Buyer as part of our Consumer Products team, under the greater Ballpark Experience umbrella. This new position will be primarily responsible for curating a world-class merchandise assortment for all Mets Team Stores across core soft goods and hard goods categories. The Consumer Products team is tasked with delivering on an industry-leading retail strategy resulting in continued revenue growth, improved operations, and a best-in-class experience for our fans.

• Lead buyer for all core soft goods including, but not limited to, headwear, legacy sports fanwear, Authentic Collection, Youth/Kids, and other high volume product categories

• Lead buyer for all hard goods including, but not limited to, souvenirs and novelties, trading cards, and home goods

• Act as main point of contact on Consumer Products team for any questions/requests involving assigned product categories

• Work closely with retail operations team to ensure clear communication regarding full life cycle of product

• Collaborate with vendors as needed to enhance overall product launch/activation/marketing/etc.

• Develop and execute marketing plans for merchandise and activations in collaboration with

• Work closely with vendors to ensure delivery standards are being met, product quality is as expected, invoices are received in a timely and accurate manner, etc.

• Research and propose new retail initiatives that will elevate our merchandise assortment and enhance the overall fan experience at our Team Stores

• Support retail operations team with product visualization plans for all Citi Field locations in a timely manner

• Support item replenishment and markdown strategies for assigned categories

• Build product storyboards and other presentations to support buy plans

• Co-lead for digital asset management in inventory management system

• Assist with all internal merchandise requests as needed

• Assist with general Ballpark Experience department need

• 3+ years of buying experience for multiple outlets, specializing in licensed and/or sports a plus

• Able to work irregular hours, weekends, holidays, etc

• Team-oriented, outgoing, extremely motivated, and able to work independently

• Professional demeanor with strong organizational, planning, and communication skills

• Extremely flexible and open to learn new skills

• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines

• Able to travel regularly around immediate NYC/LI area as needed

• Able to travel out of state 4-5 times per year to meet with vendors, MLB, other teams/venues

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Powerpoint & Excel as priorities)

• Extensive experience with Adobe Photoshop

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and value the unique qualities individuals of various backgrounds and experiences can offer to the Organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

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  Full-time

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