Assistant Buyer | College (LGM)

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE

Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience. We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a true extension of each client’s brand. Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience.

THE ROLE

The Assistant Buyer is responsible for the development, sourcing, procurement, and maintenance of merchandise and/or corporate fulfillment products by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions

• Analyze sales and make chase marketing buying decisions based on projections while considering budget, team’s record, fixture fill and product placement.
• Plan future year’s assortment plans during current year and possible playoff runs using sales history, future projections and considering opportunities to expand the business.
• Works with vendors to get the best deal to increase the bottom line
• Work with Web Coordinator to make sure all new items are online
• Set templates for all products in appropriate locations (Training Camp, mall stores, stadium pro shop, stadium kiosks, etc.) as well as setting internet holds.
• Adjust templates for all products as necessary from summer-to-fall-to-winter-to-spring along with any emerging trends or special games.
• Travel to team stadiums for setup of stadium kiosks for at least one week in July/August
• Work at least 10 game days over the course of the season
• Assist in new team takeover with not only buying but warehouse setup, store setup and other physical requirements.
• Manage Program Coordinator; assigning daily tasks, yearly goals and handling employee time card/benefits.
• Other duties may be assigned
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year College / Three-Four years within Legends Global Merchandise.

Skills And Abilities

• This position requires that the person be highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Strong computer skills are a must. Use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and comfortable use of Internet is necessary.
• Must have excellent data entry skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to understand and follow work processes.
• Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• The ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
  
  

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site - Indianapolis, IN

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described below the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.