Category Buyer — Growth & Strategic Partnerships

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.; Petaluma Center (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK’S Sporting Goods is seeking a buyer-level professional to develop category assortments and manage in-season performance, partnering with Buyers and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic merchandising plans.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Merchandising or related retail experience and 3–5 years of relevant work, with an emphasis on vendor negotiations and category strategy. This position is typically on-site at retail locations or corporate offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Merchandising or related field or equivalent retail experience.
• 3-5 years of experience with preferred experience as an Assistant Buyer.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage merchandise assortments for a product subcategory in partnership with the buyer.
• Manage in-season business using planning and open-to-buy data to chase opportunities and mitigate risk.
• Execute operational tasks for the category, including new line delivery, PO writing and ad planning.
• Develop partnerships with vendors and cross-functional teams to align on category strategy and performance.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Merchandising or related field or equivalent retail experience

Job description

DICK’S Sporting Goods is seeking a buyer-level professional to develop category assortments and manage in-season performance, partnering with Buyers and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic merchandising plans.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Merchandising or related retail experience and 3–5 years of relevant work, with an emphasis on vendor negotiations and category strategy. This position is typically on-site at retail locations or corporate offices.