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Associate Buyer - Kids
New York, United States
At Fanatics Commerce, the Associate Buyer bridges the gap between operational execution and category ownership — providing analytical support, vendor management, and early-stage assortment responsibility.
Supporting a Buyer, the Associate Buyer plays a critical role in managing parts of the assortment, building vendor relationships, and driving financial accountability. This role prepares talent for the step into full Buyer ownership.
How you will make an impact:
Category & Assortment Support
Partner with the Buyer to execute the merchandising strategy and assortment plan.
Manage item setup, product lifecycle tracking, and in-season adjustments.
Take ownership of select categories or programs within the broader assortment.
Vendor & Market Engagement
Manage day-to-day vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery, accurate product info, and smooth go-to-market execution.
Participate in seasonal line reviews, vendor negotiations, and exclusivity discussions.
Provide input on vendor matrix decisions and competitive positioning.
Business Performance & Financial Accountability
Own in-season reporting for sales, margin, inventory, and turn.
Provide actionable insights and recommendations on pricing, promotions, and markdowns.
Partner with Planning to align OTB, reforecasting, and receipt flow.
Team Collaboration & Development
Coach and support Assistant Buyers on daily merchandising tasks.
Share tools, insights, and best practices with peers and cross-functional partners.
Contribute actively to a high-performing, fan-obsessed team culture.
Model our BOLD Leadership Principles:
Build Championship Teams by mentoring and collaborating.
Obsessed with Fans by putting their needs at the center of decisions.
Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit by seeking opportunities and challenging the status quo.
Determined and Relentless Mindset by executing with urgency and ownership.
What you bring to the team:
2–4 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or planning.
Proven ability to analyze data and make recommendations.
Strong vendor management and communication skills.
Passion for fans, product, and innovation.
Growth mindset with readiness for increasing category ownership.
Where You’ll Work
This role is based in New York City or Jacksonville, FL
Travel to vendor meetings, market appointments, and industry events as needed.
WHY FANATICS
At Fanatics, our Associate Buyers are more than merchants — they’re storytellers, strategists, and fan champions.
With vertical capabilities, fan access, and a best-in-class platform, this is your opportunity to make bold decisions, build an iconic category, and help shape the future of fan retail.
What’s in it for you:
Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you’ll be empowered to help shape a our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.
Benefits: We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity paternity leave, and infertility treatment. Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future. At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life.
The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $85,500, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.
Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).
At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:
- Build Championship Teams
- Obsessed with Fans
- Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Determined and Relentless Mindset
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