Assistant Buyer

Fanatics, Inc.

Assistant Buyer responsible for day-to-day merchandising tasks and vendor communications at Fanatics Commerce. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product accuracy and operational excellence.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeNew York City • Florida, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing product information and merchandising systems. Capable of analyzing sales and inventory data to support strategic decision-making in a retail or eCommerce environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Merchandising SystemsExcel ProficiencyProduct Information ManagementSales AnalysisOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

MerchandisingRetailECommerceData AnalysisInventory Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCuriosityTeam CollaborationAccountability

Industry Keywords

Product AttributesPurchase OrdersVendor CommunicationMarketing SupportCategory Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up new items, SKUs, and product attributes with accuracy in merchandising systems.
Track samples, organize product information, and support photo shoots and marketing needs.
Assist in managing purchase orders, delivery timelines, and product flow.
Communicate regularly with vendors to ensure product information, samples, and orders are accurate and timely.
Prepare materials for vendor meetings and line reviews.
Support cross-functional partners in Planning, Product Development, Marketing, and Site Experience.
Pull and analyze weekly sales, inventory, and margin reports to identify risks and opportunities.
Track promotional and markdown execution.
Share competitive and fan insights with the team to strengthen category strategy.
Provide critical operational support to Associate Buyers and Buyers.
Contribute to a culture of accountability, collaboration, and curiosity.
Embody Fanatics’ BOLD Leadership Principles daily.

Requirements

What you’ll need

0–2 years of experience in merchandising, retail, eCommerce, or related field.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Comfort with Excel and merchandising systems; eager to learn financial metrics.
Curiosity about product, fans, and sports culture.
Team-first mindset and desire to grow into a merchandising leader.

Benefits

Comp & perks

We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity paternity leave, and infertility treatment.
Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future.