Senior Merchandising Buyer: Strategy & Growth Leader

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is seeking a senior Merchandising/Buying leader to develop category strategy, own sales and margins, and drive in-season decisions.

The role emphasizes vendor partnerships, omni-channel execution, and cross-functional leadership with stores and eCommerce teams. The successful candidate will guide category vision, negotiate with suppliers, and coach a growing team while aligning with overall business goals and inventory management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (4 year college) or related experience.
• 5-7 years experience in Merchandising/Buying or related field experience, leadership/management role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategy aligned to business goals.
• Own sales, margin, inventory, and turn performance; lead in-season decisions.
• Lead vendor negotiations and partnerships; manage contracts and performance.
• Ensure alignment across stores and eCommerce; collaborate with Visual and Marketing.
• Coach and develop junior team members; set expectations and drive accountability.

Skills

Category strategy

Vendor management

Omni-channel

Team leadership

P&L ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. is seeking a senior Merchandising/Buying leader to develop category strategy, own sales and margins, and drive in-season decisions.

The role emphasizes vendor partnerships, omni-channel execution, and cross-functional leadership with stores and eCommerce teams. The successful candidate will guide category vision, negotiate with suppliers, and coach a growing team while aligning with overall business goals and inventory management.