Assistant Buyer - Camping/Water Sports

Academy Sports + Outdoors•Katy, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the buying process by managing advertising selections, analyzing sales trends, and assisting in product selection for both print and digital features. The Assistant Buyer will have hands-on ownership of key merchandising tasks, including inventory monitoring, sample coordination, and financial projections. The position involves a daily mix of analysis, collaboration, and product-focused decision-making. The Assistant Buyer will lead the creation and maintenance of item setup and ranging, ensuring products flow correctly into the business. They will partner with vendors to track accuracy, resolve issues, and maintain strong relationships to drive results. This work will influence online assortments, in-store product placement, and long-term category strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience required
0–3 years of experience, preferably in a corporate retail environment
Strong communication skills at all organizational levels
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-changing environment while staying organized
Skill in analyzing data, drawing insights, and presenting recommendations to drive results
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Comfort working both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision
Ability to build strategic relationships with vendors and internal teams
A team-first attitude
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards

Nice To Haves

Love for sports and the outdoors

Responsibilities

Manage advertising selections.
Analyze sales trends.
Assist in choosing the right products for print and digital features.
Monitor inventory.
Coordinate samples.
Develop financial projections.
Lead the creation and maintenance of item setup and item ranging.
Partner with vendors to track accuracy, resolve issues, and maintain strong relationships.
Collaborate with the full Category Management team, including the Buyer, Planner, Replenishment Analyst, Forecast Analyst, Omnichannel Merchandiser, and Space Planner.
Communicate regularly with vendors to keep product information accurate, pricing aligned, and orders on track.
Partner with marketing, eCommerce-only vendors, and cross-functional support teams to align on advertising, allocation, new store openings, and private label development.