Merchandise Buyer - New York Yankees
Company: Legends
Location: New York
Posted on: March 13, 2025
Job Description:
New York YankeesYankee StadiumBronx, NY 10451,
USADescriptionLEGENDS & ASM GLOBALTwo powerhouse companies have
joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and
live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global
reach, offering end-to-end solutions - from venue development and
event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.Legends brings a
360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships,
Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier
clients to deliver exceptional experiences.ASM Global, the world
leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+
iconic venues including stadiums, arenas, convention centers, and
theaters. Our organization is committed to building an inclusive,
innovative environment where differences drive solutions that
benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our
values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a
workplace where everyone can succeed.Are you ready to be part of
the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make
Legends happen!GLOBAL MERCHANDISERecognized leaders in retail and
merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a
fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience
for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the
latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across
different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce, and pop-up
operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique
shopping experience. We pride ourselves in creating a customized
portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a
true extension of each client's brand. Different guests want
different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored
retail experience.THE ROLEThe Merchandise Buyer is responsible for
the development, sourcing, procurement, and maintenance of
merchandise and/or corporate fulfillment products by performing the
following duties.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for the strategy and execution of the merchandise
business
- Achieve financial targets on revenue, inventory productivity,
and profit
- Create and build merchandise assortment plans across multiple
vendors and brands
- Procures classifications of merchandise, corporate fulfillment,
and/or custom products by working with the Vice President of Sales
and Account Executives to develop and source product, experience
negotiating with vendors regarding cost of goods, terms, freight,
etc.
- Lead in-season management and reviews to drive future
decisions
- Must possess a high level of professionalism in a team
structure both internally, with vendors, and clients.
- Must be creative, problem-solving, and a critical thinker.
- Other duties may be assigned.
- Position requires spending hours sitting using computers,
entering data which requires attention to detail and high levels of
accuracy.
- In time in the role as an LGM Buyer, you will supervise a
Program Coordinator(s) by assigning and directing work.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the
organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training
employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising
performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and resolving problems.
- Position is located in a busy office area and could have
interruptions due to an open space concept.
- Occasionally works at event locations that are outdoors with
exposure to the climate, dust, odors, and noise.QUALIFICATIONSTo
perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to
perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required.
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent from a four-year
College and five years related retail experience and/or training;
or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong computer skills are a must. Use of Microsoft Excel,
Microsoft Word, and comfortable use of the Internet is
necessary.
- Ability to understand and follow work processes.
- Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve
grievances and conflicts.
- The ability to develop constructive and cooperative working
relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
- Must have strong negotiating skills and understand how
important managing and increasing margins are to the bottom
line.
- This position requires that the person be a highly organized,
self-motivated individual who can work independently.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and
the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will
understand.
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily
adapt to changing situations.COMPENSATIONCompetitive salary range
of $85,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous
benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and
disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.WORKING
CONDITIONSLocation: Yankee StadiumThe physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to sit, talk, hear; use hands and fingers, and handle
controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands
and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision
and the ability to adjust focus.Legends is an Equal Opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age,
national origin, disability, or genetic information.
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