Buyer I

Rally House

1d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer I independently executes the day-to-day buying activities for an assigned merchandise category, including product selection, purchase order management, allocation, forecasting, sales analysis, assortment planning, and vendor coordination. Using data and market insights, this role identifies assortment opportunities, makes routine buying decisions, and partners with Marketing and E-commerce to drive sales across Rally House stores and online. The Buyer I operates with defined category goals and escalates higher-risk or more complex decisions to senior merchandising leadership.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of previous buying, merchandising, or closely related experience
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience preferred
Experience supporting product selection, purchase order management, sales analysis, or inventory allocation preferred
Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment
Able to clearly view and read information on a computer screen

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills
Effective project management, organization, and prioritization skills
Sound judgment for routine buying and assortment decisions
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales, inventory, and trend data
Strong vendor coordination and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

Execute product selection and assortment decisions within assigned category goals and approved financial parameters
Allocate merchandise to stores based on sales performance, inventory levels, and identified demand
Create, maintain, track, and follow up on purchase orders from entry through delivery
Perform forecasting, reporting, and sales analysis; translate findings into routine inventory and assortment actions
Identify product, graphic, exclusive, and assortment opportunities based on trends and performance data
Identify assortment gaps and recommend solutions to improve category performance
Coordinate with vendors on product availability, pricing, shipping, and compliance requirements
Participate in vendor negotiations and resolve routine order, pricing, and delivery issues
Collaborate with Marketing and E-commerce teams to support merchandise launches and sales-driving initiatives
Manage multiple projects and deadlines independently while maintaining accurate records and timely follow-through
Partner with Assistant Buyers by providing day-to-day direction on category tasks and reviewing work for completeness when assigned