Assistant Buyer | College (LGM)

ASM Global • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience. We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a true extension of each client’s brand. Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience. THE ROLE The Assistant Buyer is responsible for the development, sourcing, procurement, and maintenance of merchandise and/or corporate fulfillment products by performing the following duties.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year College / Three-Four years within Legends Global Merchandise.
• This position requires that the person be highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Strong computer skills are a must.
• Use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and comfortable use of Internet is necessary.
• Must have excellent data entry skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to understand and follow work processes.
• Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• The ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales and make chase marketing buying decisions based on projections while considering budget, team’s record, fixture fill and product placement.
• Plan future year’s assortment plans during current year and possible playoff runs using sales history, future projections and considering opportunities to expand the business.
• Works with vendors to get the best deal to increase the bottom line
• Work with Web Coordinator to make sure all new items are online
• Set templates for all products in appropriate locations (Training Camp, mall stores, stadium pro shop, stadium kiosks, etc.) as well as setting internet holds.
• Adjust templates for all products as necessary from summer-to-fall-to-winter-to-spring along with any emerging trends or special games.
• Travel to team stadiums for setup of stadium kiosks for at least one week in July/August
• Work at least 10 game days over the course of the season
• Assist in new team takeover with not only buying but warehouse setup, store setup and other physical requirements.
• Manage Program Coordinator; assigning daily tasks, yearly goals and handling employee time card/benefits.
• Other duties may be assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level