Executive Training Program - Assistant Buyer
About The Position
Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking individuals for their Executive Training Program - Assistant Buyer role. This program offers a comprehensive rotation through core merchandising functions, providing hands-on experience in advertising, pricing, inventory management, vendor communication, and financial analysis. Participants will gain deep insights into item setup, online assortments, MAP pricing, line reviews, and market research. The role involves supporting leaders by presenting insights and recommendations that influence strategy, ultimately strengthening product selection, marketing effectiveness, and overall departmental performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 0–2 years of related business experience
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with partners at all levels
- Ability to stay organized, adapt quickly, and manage multiple priorities
- Comfort analyzing data and presenting findings to leaders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Self-motivation, curiosity, and a strong sense of urgency
- Customer-oriented mindset that supports strategic decision-making
- A team-first attitude; willing to step in wherever needed
- Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
- Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree a plus
Responsibilities
- Rotate through core merchandising functions to learn how products move from concept to customer.
- Gain hands-on experience with advertising, pricing, inventory management, vendor communication, and financial analysis.
- Apply learned concepts to real business decisions.
- Take a deep-dive into item setup, online assortments, MAP pricing, line reviews, market research, and more.
- Support leaders by presenting insights and recommendations that influence strategy.
- Strengthen product selection, marketing effectiveness, and overall departmental performance.
- Partner with Buyers, Planners, Replenishment Analysts, Forecast Analysts, Omnichannel Merchandisers, and Space Planners.
- Build relationships with vendors and cross-functional teams in marketing, supply chain, and store operations.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth
- Fostering meaningful connections
- Supporting every Team Member’s journey
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
