Buyer - NCAA Apparel/Headwear

Academy•Katy, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Focus on driving sales, managing inventory, and supporting strong category performance. Work includes leading category management processes, analyzing data, and aligning decisions with financial goals. Efforts help shape strategies that influence both customer experience and business outcomes. You’ll guide product lifecycles, negotiate vendor terms, and stay connected to market dynamics. Collaboration with partners across merchandising, eCommerce, and sourcing keeps information flowing and initiatives aligned. Each day brings a mix of strategy, problem‑solving, and hands‑on execution. This role partners frequently with Assistant Buyers, suppliers, global sourcing, and cross‑functional category teams. These relationships support informed decisions and smooth execution. You’ll also collaborate with eCommerce, merchandising, and planning partners to align assortment, promotions, and business strategies.

Requirements

5+ years of retail or customer service experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
Ability to analyze and interpret complex data
Skill in managing multiple categories in a fast‑paced environment
Experience mentoring or coaching others
Ability to develop strong vendor relationships
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
A team-first attitude

Responsibilities

Driving sales
Managing inventory
Supporting strong category performance
Leading category management processes
Analyzing data
Aligning decisions with financial goals
Shaping strategies that influence both customer experience and business outcomes
Guiding product lifecycles
Negotiating vendor terms
Staying connected to market dynamics
Collaborating with partners across merchandising, eCommerce, and sourcing
Collaborating with eCommerce, merchandising, and planning partners to align assortment, promotions, and business strategies