[Remote] Buyer - Bicycle Division
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AMain Sports & Hobbies is seeking a Buyer for their Bicycle Division, responsible for purchasing bicycle products for the company's ecommerce platform. The role involves managing vendor relationships, executing purchase orders, and evaluating inventory performance to optimize product availability and margin.ResponsibilitiesCreate, review, and submit purchase orders to manufacturers and suppliers to support inventory needsMaintain accuracy of purchase orders, including quantities, costs, lead times, and delivery expectationsMonitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers as needed to ensure timely fulfillmentParticipate in ongoing improvements to purchasing workflows with the goal of reducing manual effort over timeRegularly evaluate inventory performance, including identifying strong-performing products and slow or at-risk inventoryUse inventory data to inform purchasing decisions, recommend adjustments, and prevent overbuy situationsChallenge assumptions around replenishment, forecasting, and buy quantities when data suggests risk or opportunityPartner internally to recommend corrective actions such as promotions, markdowns, or reduced future buysAdjust pricing as needed to support inventory health, promotions, and business goalsPlace products on special or adjust listing prices based on inventory position, seasonality, or strategic directionMonitor and maintain compliance with brand MAP policiesIdentify opportunities where pricing or promotional activity could improve sell-throughServe as a primary point of contact for assigned brands and suppliersCommunicate purchasing plans, inventory needs, and concerns clearly and professionallyMaintain strong working relationships with suppliers while advocating for the companyâs business needsSurface issues or opportunities related to supply, cost changes, availability, or product lifecycleCommunicate relevant product, inventory, and purchasing information to internal teams to support accurate listings, customer experience, and operational planningPartner with Copywriting to provide product details and context, particularly for new product introductionsSupport Customer Service by supplying product information and availability detailsCoordinate with Invoicing as needed to resolve questions related to purchase orders, costs, or supplier billingCommunicate proactively with Distribution Center leads to provide visibility into inbound inventory, especially for larger or time-sensitive ordersCollaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing decisions with broader business objectivesUse Excel regularly to support inventory evaluation and purchasing decisionsMaintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing and inventory activitiesContinuously build comfort and proficiency with tools and systems used to support buying decisionsSkillsExperience in a purchasing, buying, merchandising, inventory, or supply chainârelated roleComfort making data-informed decisions and challenging assumptions when inventory or pricing risks are identifiedWillingness and ability to use Excel regularly as part of day-to-day workStrong attention to detail, particularly when working with purchase orders, pricing, and product informationAbility to communicate clearly and professionally with suppliers and internal teamsComfortable balancing execution-oriented work with analytical thinkingAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced ecommerce environmentExperience in retail or ecommerce, particularly with physical productsFamiliarity with inventory concepts such as sell-through, overstock, lead times, and replenishment planningExposure to pricing strategies, promotions, or MAP policy complianceExperience working directly with vendors or manufacturersBackground in the bicycle industry, outdoor products, or related categoriesExperience using ERP systems, purchasing systems, or inventory management toolsInterest in process improvement and finding ways to make recurring tasks more efficient over timeCompany OverviewDriven by Passion. Powered by Fun. At AMain Hobbies, we donât just sell productsâwe fuel passions. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Chico, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.amainhobbies.com.
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