Footwear & Football Merchandiser — Buyer

Pro:Direct Sport Ltd; Highweek; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports retail company in Highweek is seeking a Buyer & Merchandiser to manage the product assortment across Football Performance and Culture. You will analyze consumer trends and sales data, manage supplier communications, and work cross-functionally with teams to deliver impactful retail experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience in buying and merchandising within the sportswear sector and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. This role offers a chance to make innovative contributions to the retail strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience in Buying, Merchandising, or Category Management within Sportswear, Fashion, or Footwear retail.
• Strong product instinct with an understanding of Football performance technologies and cultural trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a curated product assortment across Football Performance and Culture.
• Analyse consumer trends, sales data, and market insights.
• Manage supplier communication, product briefs, and delivery performance.

Skills

Buying and Merchandising

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

A leading sports retail company in Highweek is seeking a Buyer & Merchandiser to manage the product assortment across Football Performance and Culture. You will analyze consumer trends and sales data, manage supplier communications, and work cross-functionally with teams to deliver impactful retail experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience in buying and merchandising within the sportswear sector and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. This role offers a chance to make innovative contributions to the retail strategy.