Merchant-Pet

YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE:

The Merchant role is responsible for all aspects of the Pet category planning and execution to achieve company goals. This positions goals include category strategy and growth planning, product assortment selection, product development, vendor negotiations, promotions and advertisements, sales and inventory data review.This position requires strong analytical, communication and intrapersonal skills, with a particular focus on the Pet category.

WHAT YOU'LL OWN:

• Supports the category by identifying and sourcing new products that align with customer preferences and market trends.
• Monitors category sales performance and adjusts product assortment and pricing strategies accordingly.
• Ensures products meet all safety and quality standards.
• Works with Divisional Merchandise Manager to develop and execute all aspects of category strategic planning, with a focus on the category.
• Works with Divisional Merchandise Manager and Finance Teams to develop category financial goals for products.
• Proven digital acumen and understand how to leverage it to drive your omni channel business growth
• Works cross-functionally with Retail Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Analytics and others to achieve category goals.
• Organizes and directs review of assortment performance and review of competitive pricing.
• Oversees vendor pricing and program negotiations.
• Works with vendors to select the right assortment of products for all channels of business (Retail Stores, Internet, Catalog, B2B).
• Manages product specifications for items, works with Product Development team for sourcing, forecasting, etc.
• Organizes and directs marketing plans for Proprietary branded products, working with Marketing, Photography, and other teams to execute strategy.
• Reviews Sales and Inventory Data for products to help identify trends, optimize customer service levels, and maximize inventory productivity.
• Reviews Sales and Inventory Data to identify slow-moving inventory, overstocks and more.
• Responsible for financial planning process for the category, monitoring customer reviews and quality issues, etc.
• Oversees all product information submission to Internet production team.
• Develops and selects items for promotional activity (Retail Flyers, Catalogs, Digital Promotions and more).
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

JOIN OUR TEAM WITH:

• Preferred Degree:BS Degree in Business or related field
• Years of experience: 5+ years

MAKE YOUR MARK BY:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Computer literacy with strong Micro soft skills
• Ability to monitor and identify market trends
• Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work and make good decisions even under pressure and still meet deadlines
• Should be comfortable working with numbers and maintaining various spreadsheets and analyze data
• Ability to maintain and build effective relationships with cross-functional teams and peers
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

BASS PRO BENEFITS/OUTFITTER ADVANTAGE

• All Outfitters receive a significant discount on Bass Pro proprietary brands along with National Brands like Yeti, Carhartt, Under Armor, The North Face and much more! Discounts are also available at all retail stores and operating companies like Big Cedar Lodge, Top of the Rock, Payne's Valley, and much more. Bass Pro Shops offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of its employees. This includes robust health coverage options, such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as wellness programs to promote a healthy lifestyle. Employees enjoy generously paid time off and holiday pay, allowing for a balanced work-life experience. Financial security is bolstered through retirement savings plans with company matching, life insurance, and disability coverage. The company also invests in professional development, offering opportunities for training and career advancement. Together, these benefits create a supportive and rewarding work environment.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Some travel required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly walks, sit, stands and performs computer work
• Occasionally lifts up to 50lbs.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Develops strategic direction, goals, plans and policies for an area of responsibility. Sets broad objectives and is accountable for overall results in respective area of responsibility. Authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance. Requires high degree of independent judgment and problem solving of complex problems.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.