Sr. Buyer (Camping)

Job Summary:

The Sr. Buyer is responsible for developing the Camping product category to drive sales, manager inventory, and achieve financial goals to support Boy Scouts of America program. The person in this position will source, evaluate, negotiate, and price products for assigned categories and has Open-to-Buy authority. They will analyze, plan, and manage sales trends, competitive marketing, and inventory for product lines. They will drive sales and margins through vendor negotiations and promotional opportunities.

Essential Functions: 

• Sources and develops new merchandise categories. Develops merchandise display strategies, floor plans, and works with the sales department to ensure execution. 
• Develops Proprietary Brand strategy/plans and trains others about new products.
• Evaluates market trends, pricing, and program needs. Develops and analyzes forecasts, makes recommendations, and maintains appropriate inventory levels.
• Manage the Open to Buy process and identify Key Performance Indicators.
• Central point of communication for vendor, marketing, inventory, and sales departments.
• Responsible for product-line management, from setup to closeout.
• Conducts quarterly line reviews, presentations for sales meetings, and other events.
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload and the management of multiple categories in a fast paced, frequently changing environment while remaining detailed and organized.
• Stay abreast of market dynamics, competitive insights, and store execution of strategic vision.
• Maintain comprehensive category management knowledge including market, customer, and product as it relates to Camping and the organization.
• Analyze product performance to strategically markdown product, effectively visually merchandise the category, and drive sales through merchandising.
• Partner with suppliers on product development, as well as the Global Sourcing department.
• Collaborate with eCommerce Merchandiser to identify assortment, placement, promotions, and marketing strategies. 
• Develop a thorough understanding of Boy Scout of America (BSA) policies, procedure, and safety initiatives.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.    

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field from an accredited college or university.
• 8+ years' experience in in buying/product management.
• 5+ years' experience with proprietary brand development.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with retail management system software programs.
• Experience managing people preferred.
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) preferred.
• Must bass a pre-employment criminal background check]
• Must be able to commute to offices in Charlotte, NC, and work on-site.

Salary: $77,200 - $100,000

The Boy Scouts of America is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

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