Fashion Merchandiser Buyer & Planner Job at Alphalete Athletics LLC in Missouri

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview : Welcome to Alphalete, where two exceptional brands come together to offer unparalleled experiences in both performance and lifestyle. At Alphalete, we specialize in premium workout clothing and athleisure designed for individuals who demand the best in both style and function. Our collections provide comfort, sophistication, and performance to elevate every workout, while inspiring confidence for those who live an active life. Meanwhile, at Alphaland, we build upon that commitment to excellence. Known as the “Disneyland of fitness," Alphaland is a place where high performers come to be their best. With state-of-the-art facilities like 3 gyms, 2 NCAA-sized basketball courts, a football / soccer field, private workout studios, AlphaEats and more, it’s a space unlike any other.

As part of our growing company, you'll be immersed in a dynamic and inclusive culture that fosters creativity, innovation, and personal growth. We believe in providing the tools and the environment for our team members to Learn More, Dream More, and Be More.

Role Overview : This role is responsible for creating a merchandising plan and buying seasonal lines in accordance with Alphalete’s goals and objectives. This position will play a key role in managing the procurement of goods and sales strategy for our products in our e-commerce store. This role involves close communications with suppliers overseas, analyzing market trends, and ensuring our store has the appropriate products available to meet customer demand.

Main Responsibilities :

• Work closely with design, logistics, and finance teams to create seasonal merchandising strategies that consider company initiatives, growth drivers, and sales trends.
• Create seasonal buying strategies that achieve sales goals, maximize profit, and inventory productivity goals for both women’s and men’s categories.
• Responsible for purchasing all collections in accordance with company launch calendar. This will include but not limit :

Create detailed purchase orders that include product skus, quantities, sizes, colors, prices, delivery dates, and payment terms per distribution center for each season.

Collaborate with logistics team to establish product pricing based on cost, desired profit margins, competitor pricing, and market conditions.

Proactively gather, analyze, and derive insights in the industry to identify additional product assortments or business growth opportunities.

Additional Job Duties :

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Skills / Experience

Alphalete is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and supportive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.