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The Sportsman’s Guide (TSG) wants you to join the hunt!  Founded in 1970, we are a $300 million+ multi-channel retailer of sporting goods and general merchandise poised for tremendous domestic and international growth, currently has an opening for a Buyer-Footwear.
 
Position summary:
Develop merchandise plans and buying strategies.  Analyze historical information, system reports, anticipated and current sales trends, and department budgets to develop merchandise assortment plans that are in line with company budget and strategies.  Accountable for achieving or exceeding budgeted sales, margin and service level goals, and for ensuring inventory levels remain optimized as directed by management.  Analyze current retail market for new items, vendors and price comparisons.  Analyze current results of the Catalog and Internet channels versus plan, This Year (TY) and Last Year (LY), and revise forecasts and inventory needs accordingly.  Negotiate costs and delivery to best meet customer and business goals. 
 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field
• 4+ years of experience in Inventory Control, Forecasting, Planning, or Buying
• Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Strong negotiating and analytical skills with ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of product buying cycle and the ability to pick great products that deliver quality products at exceptional value to customers
• Knowledge of Outdoor Sporting Goods products and industry a plus
• Excellent skills including Word and Excel

 
 
We offer an excellent compensation/benefits package, including medical, dental, 401k, and fantastic merchandise discounts. For consideration, please submit your resume with cover letter and salary requirements via fax at 651/552-5258 or mail to:
 
The Sportsman's Guide
411 Farwell Avenue
South St. Paul, MN 55075
Attn: Human Resources