Merchandiser Omnichannel Category

Academy Sports and Outdoors; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a data-driven Omnichannel Merchandising Analyst to help shape how customers discover, browse, and shop categories on Academy.com. You will connect assortment, merchandising, marketing, and site experience to improve navigation and promote growth.

The role requires clear communication, strong analysis, and hands-on experience with ecommerce analytics, site search, and optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Technology or relevant field of study.
• 3+ years of experience in Omnichannel or buying.
• Ability to evaluate, test, update, and manage an intuitive site navigation structure.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytic skills with ability to use web analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Shape how customers discover, browse, and shop categories on Academy.com by linking assortment, merchandising, marketing and site experience.
• Support sales, merchandising margin and gross profit goals by improving customer journey through navigation, promotions, and performance reporting.
• Collaborate with DMM, buying groups, Marketing and Merchandising to coordinate messaging and cross-promotional opportunities.

Skills

Omnichannel

Buying

Ecommerce

Site Search

Strategic Analytics

Product Mix

Market Behavior

Research

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School diploma

Job description

Who We Are

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers. We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun. Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!

What You Will Work On

You help shape how customers discover, browse, and shop categories on Academy.com by connecting assortment, merchandising, marketing, and site experience.

Your work helps support sales, merchandising margin, and gross profit goals while improving the customer journey through intuitive navigation, promotional planning, reporting, and performance optimization.

By using customer signals, web analytics, competitive insights, stock position, pricing, and key initiatives, you help identify opportunities and risks that can improve the online shopping experience.

Your work focuses on partnering with DMM and buying groups to influence the Omnichannel assortment, coordinating messaging and cross-promotional opportunities with Marketing and Merchandising, and creating and executing a marketing calendar for enterprise and web-specific initiatives.

You manage site real estate merchandising campaigns throughout the customer journey, analyze category marketing and featured placements, share site performance reporting with partners, and help drive projects that enhance the shopping experience.

You also collaborate with Digital Marketing on traffic-generating channels, conduct competitive research, synthesize trends, and provide recommendations to cross-functional groups.

Who You Will Work With

Working across DMM partners, buying groups, Marketing, Merchandising, Omnichannel support teams, Digital Marketing, and cross-functional groups, you help align business priorities with how customers experience categories online.

This role requires clear communication, strong analysis, and the ability to turn complex performance and customer information into practical recommendations.

You also work closely with partners who influence assortment, promotions, customer-facing marketing, site performance, and traffic-generating channels.

Your collaboration helps ensure online merchandising activity supports desired business results.

What You Bring

Bring your energy, your ideas, and your love for sports and the outdoors.

Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Technology or relevant field of study or High School diploma or equivalent required

3+ years of experience in Omnichannel or buying

Ability to evaluate, test, update, and manage an intuitive, best-in-class navigation structure that enhances the customer search and browsing experience on Academy.com

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels, both internal and external

Self-motivated, with the ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Proven ability to recognize and adapt to company culture

Ability to analyze, organize and integrate large amounts of complex information into clear, concise presentations

Ability to remain organized, pay strict attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines within a high volume, fast-paced environment

Excellent analytic skills with the ability to use key tools to dive deep and provide analysis consistently on performance metrics

Analytical, with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skills

Strong Excel skills preferred, with the ability to use web analytics platforms

A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed

Work Style and Physical Requirements

Regular in-office attendance is required

Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards

Key Skills

ecommerce, Online Shopping, Site Search, Strategic Analytics, Product Mix, Market Behavior, Research

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

Academy® Sports + Outdoors is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor retailers. It’s no surprise that we not only know how to create experiences for our customers, but for our team members as well. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them the most has been at the core of the Academy® culture for over 80 years. With more than 22,000 team members, we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.