Softgoods Accessories Merchant Job in Chapel Hill, North Carolina Us
Bike Nashbar is an online and catalog based retailer of bicycles and cycling related accessories. We are searching for an experienced Merchant to join our team at our headquarters in Chapel Hill.
Brief Job Description:
This is an experienced Merchant position and will be responsible for the Nashbar Softgoods Accessories category. Sources, evaluates, negotiates, and prices product for Accessories category. Manages sales and margins on a daily basis. Interacts regularly with all areas of the Company - Merchandising, Creative Services, Marketing, Internet, Distribution, Customer Service, etc. The Accessories Merchant will deliver an unparalleled value that meets the cycling needs of our guests.
Job Responsibilities:
· Develops the overall strategy for the Accessories division sales, assortment, margin, inventory and promotional activities.
· Responsible for achieving sales, margin, and inventory plans.
· Works closely with Marketing to develop and implement an overall strategy for web and catalog presentation and promotion to achieve business objectives.
· Leads change and brings new ideas/strategies to develop and grow the business.
· Fosters growth and ownership amongst all members of the Nashbar Merchandising team.
· Vendor selection and negotiations. Develops and implements strategic plans with key vendors.
· Assess need and position Proprietary product to compliment overall assortment.
· Work with Proprietary teams to develop design guidelines for all proprietary goods.
· Builds on synergies with Performance Merchandising to manage product lifecycles with key vendors.
Qualifications:
· College degree with a business focus preferred
· In-depth knowledge of bicycle industry and products, including vendors, products, features, benefits, etc. highly preferred.
· Must have 3-5 years accessories buying experience for a retail chain.
· Strong communication skills
· Sporting Goods experience a plus
· Excellent computer skills, especially with Microsoft Excel.
Nashbar offers competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package including a generous employee discount program, and opportunities for advancement. This is a great opportunity for a rewarding career in the cycling industry!
Nashbar is looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals to join America’s #1 retailer of bicycles, parts, and accessories. If you are interested in joining the best, then take a moment to apply by:
· Emailing your resume to vphr@performanceinc.com or
· logging on to www.Performancebike.com, go to the ‘Job Opportunities’ page, print out an application form, complete the application form and fax it to Human Resources at 919-942-5431.
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