Buyer - Hardlines Jobs

Position Summary
Buyers are hands on in all aspects of an assigned category within Rally House! A typical day includes product selection, forecasting, trend analysis, assortment planning, vendor negotiation and leading a team of Junior Buyers, Assistant Buyers, and Buyers in Training. 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!
Duties And Responsibilities

• Identify trends to develop new products, graphics, and Rally House exclusives
• Build strong vendor partnerships and assist in negotiation of prices and credit terms
• Supervise Junior Buyers, Assistant Buyers and Buyers in Training
• Review recommendations from Junior Buyers for the development of product lines and assortments to achieve budgeted sales
• Forecasting, reporting, and sales analysis
• Work independently while managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Negotiate costs to maximize gross margin while maintaining competitive retail prices
• Work closely with Marketing and ecommerce teams to drive merchandise sales in-stores and online
• Maintain accountability for all inventory management with guidance from General Merchandise Manager
• Ensure vendor compliance with shipping and pricing policies
• Manage high volume of purchase orders from aspects of purchase order creation, inventory logistics, receiving, and allocation
• Allocation of merchandise to stores with forethought of an omni-channel service
• Lead Bi-Weekly discussions on top ranking players in all leagues and suggest assortment expansion as sell through increases.
• Design and allocate products for placement and sales in all stores
• Develop promotions and marketing concepts to drive merchandise sales