Assistant Merchant

Academy Sports + Outdoors•Katy, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Academy Sports + Outdoors, the vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country, driven by a passionate, purpose-driven team committed to each other and customers. With over 80 years of building a people-first culture, Academy believes in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. The company emphasizes the power of fun, offering a place where individuals can launch their own adventures, whether starting out or leveling up. As one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor retailers with more than 22,000 team members, Academy prides itself on creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth. The Assistant Merchant role involves supporting multiple Buyers and Assistant Buyers in various merchandising tasks, including managing purchase orders, item data, and expense reports, while adhering to company policies and deadlines.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Ability to remain organized, pay strict attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines within a high volume, fast-paced environment
Excellent time management skills, ability to develop multiple projects, and effectively manage a large volume of work
Self-motivated with the ability to meet and exceed position requirements under minimal direction and supervision
Ability to operate professionally, effectively, and ethically as an individual contributor and member of a team
Provide superior customer service, demonstrating sound logic and judgment
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels, both internal and external, including investors, directors and executive officers

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in business administration or similar field of study preferred
1+ years of merchant support and/or retail experience preferred

Responsibilities

Work with multiple Buyers and Assistant Buyers
Enter, revise, proof, email and track import and domestic purchase orders
Work within department, vendor, seasonal and import deadlines
UPC retrieval, entry and maintenance
Enter, edit and complete import, domestic and private label items
Create and revise Item and Location lists
Enter and process item cost changes
Maintain knowledge of Retail Merchandising System (RMS) systems regarding items and purchase orders
Enter and process buyer’s expense reports weekly and monthly
Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules
Duties may change; Associates may be required to perform other tasks as assigned