Buyer, Sports

About Namshi

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the buying strategy for sports apparel, footwear, and equipment, ensuring a well-balanced product assortment that meets customer demand and drives sales.
• Source new products, negotiate with suppliers, and manage vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing, high-quality products, and timely deliveries.
• Analyze market trends, competitor offerings, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product development and assortment improvement.
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and planning teams to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and plan for seasonal and promotional product needs.
• Prepare and maintain purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure that stock is replenished in line with sales performance and demand forecasts.
• Monitor product performance, analyze sales data, and adjust buying strategies as needed to maximize profitability and minimize excess inventory.
• Work closely with the visual merchandising team to ensure products are effectively displayed in stores and online, aligned with the brand’s look and seasonal campaigns.
• Manage the budget for the sports category, tracking expenses, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers, and ensuring margin targets are met.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, emerging brands, and innovations in the sports sector to keep the product offering fresh and relevant.
• Coordinate with logistics and supply chain teams to ensure timely product delivery and resolve any supply chain issues or delays.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to support product launches, promotional campaigns, and seasonal events.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, Fashion Merchandising, Sports Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience as a buyer or in a buying role, ideally in the sports industry or related categories (e.g., activewear, outdoor products).
• Strong understanding of the sports market, including consumer behavior, trends, and key product categories (e.g., performance wear, footwear, fitness equipment).
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and demand forecasting tools.
• Proven track record of successful supplier negotiation and relationship management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to inform buying decisions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and buying software; familiarity with retail analytics tools is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams such as merchandising, planning, marketing, and logistics.
• Creative eye for product assortment and visual merchandising, with the ability to identify products that resonate with the target customer.
• A proactive, solution-oriented attitude with the ability to anticipate trends and respond quickly to market changes.
• Who Will Excel?
• You’re commercially curious and passionate about sports and trends
• You’re proactive, hands-on, and eager to learn
• You thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• You take ownership and are comfortable working with data
• You bring energy, creativity, and a strong team mindset