Assistant Merchant-Home & Gifts

Bass Pro Shops•Springfield, MO

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Merchant I is a category-specific cross-functional role that supports the Merchandiser in all aspects of category planning and execution to achieve company goals. This role assists the Merchant with product assortment selection, proprietary product development, pricing, space and assortment planning, promotions and advertisements, sales and inventory data review. This position requires strong analytical, communication and personal skills and end-user experience with product category merchandise preferred i.e. apparel, hunting or fishing. This role exposes team member to all aspects of Merchant team role and offers development of a wide variety of skills. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assists the merchant in the preparation of financial plans and business strategy. Analyzes historical data, current trends, and competitor pricing to identify opportunities, forecast sales and inventory to develop strategies to maximize opportunity and mitigate risks. Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams and vendor partners. Balances workload priorities to ensure successful execution of business initiatives. Assists in the development of Proprietary Product, identifying market trends, and developing product and price structures Assists Merchant and Product Development team with product specifications, sourcing, forecasting, and marketing strategy. ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

Requirements

Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
Years of experience: 0 - 1 year
Excellent interpersonal communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Strong analytical ability, able to analyze data to make sound business decisions.
Ability to maintain and build effective relationships with cross-functional team and peers.
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Product Development, Merchandising
end-user experience with product category merchandise preferred i.e. apparel, hunting or fishing.

Responsibilities

Assists the merchant in the preparation of financial plans and business strategy.
Analyzes historical data, current trends, and competitor pricing to identify opportunities, forecast sales and inventory to develop strategies to maximize opportunity and mitigate risks.
Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams and vendor partners.
Balances workload priorities to ensure successful execution of business initiatives.
Assists in the development of Proprietary Product, identifying market trends, and developing product and price structures
Assists Merchant and Product Development team with product specifications, sourcing, forecasting, and marketing strategy.

Benefits

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Bass Pro Cares Fund
And more!