Buyer - Player Name, Image, Likeness (NIL)

Rally House; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rally House in Lenexa, Kansas seeks an NIL Buyer to curate product assortments nationwide for student athletes and to manage purchasing, forecasting, and vendor relations in a fast-paced specialty retail environment.

You will drive allocation across stores and support marketing and ecommerce efforts to boost in-store and online sales, negotiating terms while maximizing margins.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sports Management, Merchandising, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred with focus on related discipline for buying role.
• Experience in large-volume buying and licensed sports merchandise is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Follow NCAA student athletes and NIL trends to curate product assortment online and in-store.
• Allocate merchandise to stores with omni-channel approach.
• Develop promotions and marketing concepts to drive merchandise sales.
• Build vendor partnerships and negotiate prices and credit terms.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Ecommerce to boost in-store and online sales.
• Manage high volume purchase orders, inventory receiving, and allocation.
• Forecast, report, and analyze sales performance.
• Maintain inventory accountability with guidance from GM.
• Lead discussions on top players and suggest assortment expansion.

Skills

Excel

MS Office

Communication

Relationship building

Influencing

Leadership

Coaching

Accountability

Negotiation

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Sports Management / Merchandising

Job description

Rally House is where fans celebrate the teams, traditions, and communities they love. Every day is an opportunity to create memorable experiences that bring fans closer to the moments and teams they care about most. Behind it all is a team fueled by energy, passion, and hometown pride. As we continue to grow, we're looking for team members who are excited to help shape the future of Rally House, deliver exceptional experiences, and make every fan feel right at home.Job DescriptionThe Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Player Buyer is responsible for following NCAA student athlete performance and likeability across the country and curate a product assortment both online and in store for student athletes. Buyers are hands on in all aspects of an assigned category within Rally House. This position supports product selection, forecasting, trend analysis, assortment planning, vendor negotiation and data entry. This position thrives off analytical attention, creative passion for sports, and a deep interest in players and statistics. From product selection to allocation, Buyer’s capitalize on all opportunities to drive business and offer incredible product in all Rally House store’s nationwide.ResponsibilitiesFollow NCAA student athletes and base decisions on Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) trendsAllocation of merchandise to stores with forethought of an omni-channel serviceDevelop promotions and marketing concepts to drive merchandise salesBuild strong vendor partnerships and assist in negotiation of prices and credit termsWork closely with Marketing and Ecommerce teams to drive merchandise sales in-stores and onlineManage high volume of purchase orders from aspects of purchase order creation, inventory logistics, receiving, and allocationPerform forecasting, reporting, and sales analysisMaintain accountability for all inventory management with guidance from General Merchandise ManagerDesign and allocate products for placement and sales in all storesNegotiate costs to maximize gross margin while maintaining competitive retail pricesEnsure vendor compliance with shipping and pricing policiesReview recommendations from Junior Buyers for the development of product lines and assortments to achieve budgeted salesLead biweekly discussions on top ranking players in all leagues and suggest assortment expansion as sell through increasesIdentify trends to develop new products, graphics, and Rally House exclusivesSkills and KnowledgeAbility to manage multiple, complex projects while meeting deadlines, Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills, Strong leadership, coaching, and accountability skills, Strong negotiation and influencing skillsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business, Sports Management, Merchandising, or related field3-5 years of Buying experience in a large volume business, preferably with an emphasis on player productExperience with buying licensed product within the sports industry preferredPrevious NCAA student athlete is a bonusPhysical RequirementsAbility to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipmentAble to clearly view and read information on a computer screenOccasionally lift or move items up to 15 poundsLocationOn-site in Lenexa, KSPay Range$55,000.00 - $70,000.00