Buyer, KFL APP Nike/Strat Brnd

Overview
Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression. As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next. Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve. Come change the game with us. Apply today!

Responsibilities

Work in conjunction with vendors and product development to establish a line of products that meets the needs of our customers, while maximizing sales, profit, and gross margin

Analyze sales reports and market trends to establish a pattern of projected sales

Work with the Allocation team to ensure proper distribution and allocation of product

Work with the Divisional Merchandise Manager (DMM) to plan line review studies and reports to build a product line for a given season

Prepare all reports for all budget and sales meetings

Field travel to keep track of trends within the marketplace

Vendor travel for pre-lines and product previews

Work with the Logistics department and Buyers from other divisions to coordinate product delivery

Effectively partner with Planning and Merchandising teams to develop financial plans for future seasons

Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while remaining flexible to change priorities

Effectively interface with Senior Executives and make recommendations

Creatively negotiate the best terms to maximize sales and profits

Understand product, customers, and market & fashion trends

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in retail and e-commerce buying processes and product life cycles required

Proficiency in software applications: Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint

Knowledge of Power BI or similar systems preferred

Knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft or similar assortment tools preferred

Strong financial acumen and analytical skills

Knowledge of retail buying process and product life cycles

Demonstrates understanding of our product, customer, and fashion trends

Creative thinking

Relationship building

Collaboration with team and cross-functional teams

Ability to communicate clearly with peers and upper management

Strong ability to be oriented and organized

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with tight deadlines

20-30% travel expectations

Benefits
The annual base salary range is $105,000 - $115,000 per year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package.

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage

401(k) | Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

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