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**Retail Buyer (Remote; WFH positions in Austin, Los Angeles, Phoenix/Tucson, Indianapolis, Chicago)**
at Specialized United States **(REMOTE ; WFH positions in Austin, Los Angeles, Phoenix/Tucson, Indianapolis, Chicago )**
**ABOUT SPECIALIZED**
*Innovation has guided our every decision since 1974. As more riders of all ages get on the roads, trails, and streets than ever before, were here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human powered machine into the future each and every day. Were a team of barrier-breakers, disrupters, and problem solvers. Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere.*
*In Company Owned Retail, we strive to be a transformative, inclusive, authentic, rider focused, and collaborative team that creates the best bikes and delivers world class rider care attention. Simply said, we provide quality in our products and to our riders at every interaction and are looking for a teammate to be a part of this growing team. Reach out were here to help you build your career at Specialized.*
**JOB SUMMARY**
This role will work within the systems established in the USA sales operations business for Specialized but will be a member of the USA Retail LLC; visits to retail and weekly meetings will be required to incorporate feedback from managers and employees in stores to replenish the product range. The Retail Buyer will use established merchandising practices and analytics to build a range plan by store segment, setting reorder points for core inventory, and managing the days on hand to targeted levels.
**HOW YOULL MAKE A DIFFERENCE**
* Establish and manage range plans (assortment) by location for designated USA retail operations
* Responsible for submitting store stocking and special orders for SBC, and other vendors
* Replenish plan managing categories to days on hand goals, this includes,
+ Creating Oracle/B2B/POS orders/purchase orders, managing status of back-orders, finding alternative solutions to gaps and gain store feedback, and collaborate with Channel Planning Manager, retail managers, and store teams to provide feedback on range and replenishment levels
* Review trends and focus on well performing product
* Measure and drive qualitative and quantitative progress against identified action items
* Plan for new product launches and coordinate with the Channel Planning Manager on upcoming launches to ensure inventory is on-hand
* Work with the Retail Leadership team to refine the systems and increase efficiencies to scale program within the USA
**WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN**
* Obsessive attention to detail and an internal drive for accuracy
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, time-management, and prioritization skills
* Self-motivated and highly flexible with the ability to work creatively, under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
* Strong business insight and curiosity about the cycling industry and our brand3+ years in similar field of work
* Advanced level of knowledge using excel and software to manage data and inventory orders
* Working knowledge of Lightspeed POS is preferred
* Tableau report creation knowledge is a great bonus
**TELL ME MORE**
* Industry leading Employee Purchase program
* Long term loan of a current model-year demo bike
* 401k, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance*
* Compensation $50,000-$60,000
**For eligible employees*
*Here at Specialized we believe that bikes have the power to change lives. Our culture is one of passion, striving to break barriers and have a positive impact on the world.*
*We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone especially those from marginalized groups to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the riders brand of choice. We are always looking for creative, innovative, and passionate people who are eager to contribute to our mission of pedaling the planet forward. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized!*
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