Rally House is a specialty retail store that carries all things local! We are looking for people who enjoy working for a growing organization, as we currently operate 300+ stores nationwide, with many more to come! You will enjoy an exclusive store discount when you join our team, as well as a competitive benefits package with flexible PTO, 401(k) match, parental leave, paid holidays, and continued development opportunities as we grow our company. We don’t just provide jobs; we provide careers. Apply today and be part of our growth!

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Buyer II position is hands-on in all aspects of an assigned category within Rally House, in addition to working with and supporting Buyer I and Assistant Buyer team members. This position supports complex product selection, forecasting, trend analysis, assortment planning, and vendor negotiations. Responsibilities may include custom product line management in addition to other duties. The Buyer II position thrives on analytical attention, creative passion for sports, and a deep interest in players and statistics. The Buyer II team member is also creative in design for their assigned categories. From product selection to allocation, Buyers capitalize on all opportunities to drive business and offer incredible products in all Rally House stores nationwide.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Creative and artistic capability with a keen eye for detail, Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Strong negotiation skills, Superior communication skills both written and verbal, that communicate clear, effective messages

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 3 years previous buying experience; preferred experience in both planning and allocating; relevant industry experience preferred;
Minimum 1 year supervisory experience preferred.
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Required to stand and walk; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; differentiate colors. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels, packages, and other items up to 25 lbs, and to walk short distances.
$60,000.00 - $90,000.00
Annual

• Allocation of merchandise to stores based on inventory analysis
• Manage high volume of purchase orders from aspects of purchase order creation, inventory logistics, receiving, and allocation
• Develop promotions and marketing concepts to drive merchandise sales
• Ensure vendor compliance with shipping and pricing policies
• Work independently while managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Identify trends for new products, graphics, and Rally House exclusives
• Forecasting, reporting, and sales analysis
• Build strong vendor partnerships and assist in vendor negotiation of prices and credit terms
• Negotiate costs to maximize gross margin while maintaining competitive retail prices
• Review recommendations from Buyers for the development of product lines and assortments to achieve budgeted sales
• Support Buyer I and Assistant Buyer team members as assigned
• Product development to design and curate a unique assortment for assigned categories
• Review and suggest markdowns on product
• Implement complex inventory solutions