Buying Assistant

At Fanatics Commerce, we’re more than just a leader in licensed sports merchandise – we’re a team united by a relentless passion for our fans and a commitment to innovation. We live by our BOLD Leadership principles: We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Buying Assistant will assist with category range, price & supplier strategy, to help deliver sales & profit.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Responsible for smaller Suppliers & Departments where relevant
• Maximise supplier/ category profit & sales.
• Work with suppliers/licensees & brands to build deeper commercial relationships to deliver strategy.
• Negotiate terms of contract to deliver greatest commercial return for the business and in-line with the Supplier Strategy.
• Maintaining and enhancing relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers for future products.
• Range Plan Management
• Work with suppliers to ensure all relevant information is complete
• Product Management
• Manage samples, CADs & images
• Photo shoots guidance
• Invoice queries
• Manage size guides
• Product Queries
• Direct Dispatch
• Product Presentation Collation
• Work with suppliers & buyers to collate all information
• Launch Planners & Calendars
• Deliver range presentations
• Support Launches
• Site Checks
• Support Market Research
• Complete competitor analysis
• Review sales information
• Seek out gaps & opportunities
• Undertake any other duties and/or responsibilities as may reasonably be required by management from time to time.
• You may also be required from time to time to work additional hours including but not limited to providing support around events and hot markets. This may involve weekend and late night working.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:

• Some buying or retail experience beneficial but not essential
• Buying qualifications preferred but not essential
• Knowledge of sports product/ industry is preferable
• Strong communication skills, the ability to build relationships and influence
• Analytical & numerical skills essential
• Ability to problem solve, suggest better ways of working & contribute to projects
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Able to Thrive in a High-Stress and Fast Paced Environment
• Passion, Drive & Determination
• Microsoft package knowledge
• Ability to work with Internal & External Customers in a way that is appropriate to them
• Attention to detail

At Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don’t meet every single requirement, that’s okay – we still want to hear from you! We believe in the power of diverse experiences and talents. If you’re excited about the role and confident that you can contribute, don’t hesitate to apply. We’re genuinely interested in how your unique skills and perspective can help us build something amazing together.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you’ll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes. 

Benefits: At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life; as such we offer a range of competitive benefits tailored to each country in which we operate. Specific details regarding the benefits package applicable to your location will be shared and discussed during the interview process.