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About the Role
The Associate Buyer will assist the Licensed Buyer with the overall merchandising direction of the department, aiming to meet or exceed sales and margin targets. Success requires trend-setting insights derived from competitive intelligence, consumer patterns, and business analysis. This role involves assisting with purchases, negotiating with vendors, and partnering with Merchandise Planners to maximize business opportunities. Collaboration with planning, merchandising, marketing, and store optimization teams is key to providing compelling assortments for the target demographic.
Responsibilities
- Analyze market trends to establish projected sales patterns.
- Stay updated on sports team/league/player changes and make recommendations.
- Review and analyze reports with Merchandisers for opportunities and liabilities.
- Assist the Buyer in planning product lines and building seasonal product assortments.
- Attend product meetings and stay informed on current and future trends.
- Assist the Buyer with financial data preparation for meetings.
- Collaborate with the Buyer and Planner to analyze buys for maximum results.
- Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while adapting to changing priorities.
- Assist the Buyer in negotiating favorable terms to maximize sales and profits.
- Assist the Buyer in developing product selections to optimize sales, profit, and gross margin.
- Track product delivery dates from vendors and communicate status updates for high-priority shipments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in an applicable field.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in retail and/or e-commerce merchandising required.
- Prior experience with licensed apparel buying preferred.
- Proficiency in Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of Power BI or similar systems preferred.
- Knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft or similar assortment tools preferred.
- Demonstrates understanding of product, customer, and fashion trends.
- Ability to communicate clearly with Buyer, peers, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
- Ability to be detailed and organized while prioritizing tight deadlines.
- Creative and strategic thinker.
- 10% travel expectations.
Skills
- Excel
- Access
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Power BI
- Oracle PeopleSoft
- Financial acumen
- Analytical skills
- Communication
- Organization
- Prioritization
- Strategic thinking
- Creative thinking
Location
- New York, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Associate
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $78000 - $88000 / year
Benefits
- Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
- 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
- Strong Company Culture
- Employee Resource Groups
- Eligible for short-term incentives
About the Company
- Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both.
- From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.
- As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company.
- This unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand.
- We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.
- Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.
- Come change the game with us. Apply today!
Equal Opportunity
- At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do.
- To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments.
- To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:
- Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.
- We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.