Retail Buyer

Summary

Join Athletes Unlimited, a leading professional women’s sports league, as their new Retail Buyer! In this role, you will be responsible for planning, selecting, and managing merchandise for both online and in-venue retail channels. You will develop seasonal and event-based merchandise strategies, curate exclusive collections, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams. The position requires experience in retail buying, preferably in the sports or lifestyle industry, and strong analytical and communication skills. This full-time, remote position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, and unlimited paid time off.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in retail buying, with a preference for prior sports, streetwear, or lifestyle industry experience
• Familiarity with POS systems and in-venue retail logistics
• Ability to interpret and act on data; proficient in Excel, Google Sheets, and retail analytics tools
• Strong understanding of ecommerce platforms and live event retail dynamics
• Experience working with licensed products, athlete collaborations, or limited-edition drops
• Passion for sports and knowledge of current leagues, athletes, fandoms, and culture
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations
• Possess a high level of professionalism, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Willingness to travel throughout the year for pop up events (2-3 weeks per season). Some events may require consecutive days on-site
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase products for ecommerce and in-venue retail, with a focus on trend relevance, performance, and profitability to drive future growth
• Develop seasonal and event-based merchandise strategies aligned with brand goals and fan demand
• Curate exclusive capsule collections and player-focused drops tailored to key seasonal moments, while managing online assortments across all leagues and categories to monitor performance and adjust as needed
• Develop compelling campaign content to support product launches, promotions, and storytelling
• Partner with vendors and the graphic design team to drive custom artwork and logo decoration opportunities across sports, ensuring alignment with licensing guidelines and overall creative strategy
• Collaborate with venue operations and retail partners to ensure timely delivery and optimal product mix per location
• Effectively negotiate with vendors regarding cost of goods, terms, freight, etc
• Support in and out of season physical retail setups, from planning to execution, with display, signage, and visual merchandising strategies that drive sales and maximize revenue
• Own inventory management across channels and oversee day-to-day pricing and promotional planning; minimizing overstock and markdown risk
• Analyze sell-through rates, customer feedback, and product page metrics to optimize user experience and conversion
• Serve as a mentor to the Coordinator, Retail Ops and part-time retail team, supporting professional growth and operational excellence
• Work with cross-departmental teams to support the business – Sports Operations, Marketing, Creative, Digital, Distribution Center, and Finance
• Partner with Sr. Director on internal gifting initiatives and influencer product orders to support brand marketing efforts
• Assist with any special projects assigned by the Sr. Director, E-comm & Retail Ops

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness and Development benefit
• Caregiving benefit
• Unlimited paid time off alongside company holidays