TYR Sport Looking for Merchandise Planning Associate at Farmingdale, New York Full Time

 Summary /Objective: 

The Associate Merchandiser is responsible for providing organizational support to the Director of Merchandising and helping to run the day-to-day business. The Associate Merchandiser leverages organizational & analytical skills and an eye for relevant trends to support the brand and the achievement of financial goals.

Position Responsibilities and Accountabilities: 

• Develops and executes merchandising strategies based on direction from the Director of Merchandising that maximize sales, margin, visual presentation, and customer satisfaction.
• Plans and executes pricing strategies in accordance with fiscal responsibilities, maximizing sales margin for specific categories of ownership.
• Develops assortment plans & competitive landscape for a variety of product classes & accounts
• Maintains company-wide data integrity for style hierarchy.
• Assists in monitoring industry trends and evaluating competition both in-stores and online; track pricing and promotions of competitors to ensure we are in-line; propose ideas to help drive our business based on findings.
• Maintain a master list of core & seasonal product

Qualifications and Competencies: 

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Suite and Google Workspace
• Strong knowledge of and ability to apply retail math concepts
• Sense of urgency, flexibility, ability to multi-task
• The candidate possesses strong business acumen and can quickly assess a new environment and develop solutions that support the business strategy and critical objectives.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Open-minded and positive attitude with the ability to partner cross-functionally and grow relationships
• Must be creative with a strategic mindset along with the ability to turn concepts into action
• Must have strong relationship building and influence skills
• The ability to think strategically as well as manage the day-to-day responsibilities

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree; focus in Fashion Merchandising or Business is a plus
• 3 to 4 years of experience in a buying or merchandising role
• Experience in the sports world is a plus