Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Job Description:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required 

Work Experiences:

At least five years of related work experience required3 years of management experience preferredSeven years of related work experience preferred

Skills:

Develop and communicate strategic plan and hold team accountable for consistent results.Maintain the customer perspective as a driving force behind business decisions/activities, adapting to changes in interests and competitionAnalyze, articulate, and solve complex problems and concepts to make effective business decisionsExhibits strong communication skills, with the ability to manage up and downRemains open to ideas, supports others and operates with integrityDevelop strategic relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goalsEfficient in multi-tasking in a fast paced environment while remaining detailed and organizedProvide timely feedback to develop and strengthen a highly effective teamSet high goals for personal and group accomplishment; measuring success by achieving KPIsTeach and mentor Buyers, Associate Buyers, Assistant Buyers on analyzing, buying, inventory management, open to buy, imports and logisticsWorking knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn retail management system software programs

Responsibilities:

Building an assortment that achieves planned KPIsManages Open to Buy ensuring sales, margins, turns, and profitability are within planAnalyzes vendor performance and independently negotiates all aspects of profitability including VAs, RTVs, off-price buys to maintain margin expectationsGives direction on regular, promotional, and clearance pricingPartners with planner on product flow and inventory managementCollaborates with Replenishment Analyst on inventory levels and distribution at total and store levelCollaborates with Omnichannel Merchandiser regularly on assortment, placement, promotions, and marketingOversees advertising for assigned categories, including item selection, layouts, and proofingAnalyzes ads and drives change to optimize ad performanceConducts line reviews for assigned categoriesInitiates and approves Plan-O-GramsRecommends in-store merchandising opportunitiesProvides leadership and direction to Suppliers and Sourcing on product developmentWorks with stores and distribution center to answer questions, and identifies and resolves issuesSearches for new suppliers, categories, and itemsShops competition to compare products, pricing, merchandising, etc.Manages, mentors and develops team leading to career advancementRequired to learn company policies, procedures, and safety rulesDuties may change and associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance

Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job dutiesAdhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behaviorAbility to work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessaryDomestic travel is required

Full time

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.​