Job Description
Company Overview
Fanatics is building the leading global digital sports platform to ignite and harness the passions of fans, and maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally.Leveraging these long-standing partnerships, a database of more than 80 million global consumers and a trusted, recognizable brand name, Fanatics is expanding beyond its position as the global leader for licensed sports merchandise to now becoming a next-gen digital sports platform, featuring an array of offerings across the sports ecosystem.
The Fanatics family of companies currently includesFanatics Commerce,a vertically-integrated licensed merchandise business thathas changed the way fans purchase their favorite team apparel, jerseys, headwear and hardgoods through a tech-infused approach to making and quickly distributing fan gear in today’s 24/7 mobile-first economy;Candy Digital, a digital collectibles company that is partnering with prominent sports properties, including MLB and MLBPA, to build an official NFT ecosystem;Fanatics Trading Cards,a transformative company that is building a new model for the hobby and giving collectors an end-to-end trading cards experience; andFanatics Betting amp; Gaming, a mobile betting, gaming and retail sportsbook platform. Additional ventures that will build out Fanatics’ footprint across the broader digital sports landscape will be rolled out soon.Fanatics’ partners include all major professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, MLS, PGA) and hundreds of collegiate and professional teams, which include several of the biggest global soccer clubs.As a market leader with more than 8,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives.At Fanatics, we’re a diverse, passionate group of employees aiming to ignite pride and passion in the fans we outfit, celebrate and support. We recognize that diversity helps drive and foster innovation, and through our IDEA program (inclusion, diversity, equality and advocacy) at Fanatics we provide employees with tools and resources to feel connected and engaged in who they are and what they do to support the ultimate fan experience.
About the Team
Our merchandise is the key component to the Fanatics engine. The merchant team at Fanatics is responsible for planning, buying amp; selecting the merchandise we sell across all platforms and the hundreds of sites we operate. We keep our finger on the real-time pulse of the sports world and work with world-class vendors, such as Nike, Adidas, Under Armour and our own in-house Fanatics Brands division, driving overall top and bottom line results. Teamwork is what we rely on and working collaboratively across the entire Fanatics organization is an essential aspect to everything we do.
JOB DESCRIPTIONWe are seeking a dynamic, energetic, hard-working individual with the ability to think creatively, be proactive and make clear, well-reasoned decisions. We seek people with drive, passion and humility who can thrive in an entrepreneurial fast pace culture.
We are looking for individuals that will go above and beyond to contribute to the success of this world class organization. He/she must also be able to work collaboratively as a team and be a self-starter, keeping your finger on the pulse of the sports world, monitoring selling of teams and merchandise, working with world class vendors such as Nike/Adidas/Under Armour/ Majestic, and driving overall top and bottom line results.
The Assistant Buyer position is our entry level merchandise role with a clearly defined and proven path to a Buyer through development/growth as a key executive in the company.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES• Monitor the sports world on a daily basis. The performance of leagues, teams, and players directly impact the merchandise buying decisions.• Assist in creating Industry Leading Product Assortments for all leagues and all categories.• Work with the management team to interpret data sets to assist with key business decisions• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships. Research and resolve vendor issues.• Collaborate with other buying/planning teams for assistance with hot market and major sporting events• Work collaboratively with advertising staff and allocation team to ensure that all ad orders are properly allocated• Prepare, organize and run the creati
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