Associate Buyer

Range USA is the leading indoor gun range and retail operator in the nation. We are motivated to provide the easiest and best customer service in the USA. We believe every member of our team contributes to our success and every single customer should have a great experience at our stores and online. Join us as we continue to grow throughout the nation. At Range USA, you have an opportunity to make a big difference in our mission.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Associate Buyer

Reports To: Buyer

Classification: Exempt

Location: Support Center – Blue Ash, OH

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Associate Buyer role Works under the direction of the Buyer with defined guidelines, and is responsible for helping identify new assortment selection, new vendor additions, margin enhancement opportunities, promotional cadences, and vendor reporting to support Range USA’s rapid growth and dynamic product lines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support the Buyer in executing buying strategies and provide analysis on sales trends, margin opportunities, and inventory productivity
• Generate regular sales reports and present finding to the Buyer.
• Assist in developing Range USA Exclusive products by researching market trends, gathering vendor samples, and coordinating approvals
• Assist with identifying and testing new SKU opportunities based on market trends and sales data
• Monitor vendor inventory levels and communicate availability issues to the Buyer
• Support the identification and execution of merchandising bundle opportunities by analyzing sales data and coordinating with vendors
• Assist in vendor relationship management by tracking performance metrics, coordinating meetings, and maintaining vendor communication
• Support assortment planning by analyzing seasonal trends and providing recommendations to the Buyer
• Reviewing of Store level inventory based on presentation levels with recommendations for increases or decreases based on overall demand
• Reporting on slow-moving items, with recommendations of price action or promotions.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytically driven with strong problem-solving skills

• Results-oriented, willingness to follow through, make informed decisions, and complete tasks.
• Uses rigorous logic and thoughtful thinking to effectively identify, address, and resolve challenges.
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy
• Communication Proficiency – Verbal & Written
• Technical Capacity – Microsoft Office including Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Problem Solving
• Multi-tasking/Prioritization
• Ability to complete projects under time constraints
• Ethical Conduct & Confidentiality

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Possess the following core values:

Curious

Passionate

Do it right

Service

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting/Finance, Supply Chain, or Retail Merchandising.
• 1 year of work experience in a merchandising role or working directly with the product and customers in a Store
• Firearms experience and Industry Knowledge required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This is an on-site job located at our Main Office in Cincinnati, OH.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Additionally, specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.

NOTE: This job description may be changed or updated as necessary and is not inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities that may be expected to be performed.