AMain Sports & Hobbies · 9 hours ago
Buyer - Bicycle Division
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$25/hr - $35/hrAMain 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.
Retail
Responsibilities
Create, review, and submit purchase orders to manufacturers and suppliers to support inventory needs
Maintain accuracy of purchase orders, including quantities, costs, lead times, and delivery expectations
Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers as needed to ensure timely fulfillment
Participate in ongoing improvements to purchasing workflows with the goal of reducing manual effort over time
Regularly evaluate inventory performance, including identifying strong-performing products and slow or at-risk inventory
Use inventory data to inform purchasing decisions, recommend adjustments, and prevent overbuy situations
Challenge assumptions around replenishment, forecasting, and buy quantities when data suggests risk or opportunity
Partner internally to recommend corrective actions such as promotions, markdowns, or reduced future buys
Adjust pricing as needed to support inventory health, promotions, and business goals
Place products on special or adjust listing prices based on inventory position, seasonality, or strategic direction
Monitor and maintain compliance with brand MAP policies
Identify opportunities where pricing or promotional activity could improve sell-through
Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned brands and suppliers
Communicate purchasing plans, inventory needs, and concerns clearly and professionally
Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers while advocating for the company’s business needs
Surface issues or opportunities related to supply, cost changes, availability, or product lifecycle
Communicate relevant product, inventory, and purchasing information to internal teams to support accurate listings, customer experience, and operational planning
Partner with Copywriting to provide product details and context, particularly for new product introductions
Support Customer Service by supplying product information and availability details
Coordinate with Invoicing as needed to resolve questions related to purchase orders, costs, or supplier billing
Communicate proactively with Distribution Center leads to provide visibility into inbound inventory, especially for larger or time-sensitive orders
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align purchasing decisions with broader business objectives
Use Excel regularly to support inventory evaluation and purchasing decisions
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing and inventory activities
Continuously build comfort and proficiency with tools and systems used to support buying decisions
Qualification
Required
Experience in a purchasing, buying, merchandising, inventory, or supply chain–related role
Comfort making data-informed decisions and challenging assumptions when inventory or pricing risks are identified
Willingness and ability to use Excel regularly as part of day-to-day work
Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with purchase orders, pricing, and product information
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with suppliers and internal teams
Comfortable balancing execution-oriented work with analytical thinking
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced ecommerce environment
Preferred
Experience in retail or ecommerce, particularly with physical products
Familiarity with inventory concepts such as sell-through, overstock, lead times, and replenishment planning
Exposure to pricing strategies, promotions, or MAP policy compliance
Experience working directly with vendors or manufacturers
Background in the bicycle industry, outdoor products, or related categories
Experience using ERP systems, purchasing systems, or inventory management tools
Interest in process improvement and finding ways to make recurring tasks more efficient over time
Company
AMain Sports & Hobbies
Driven by Passion. Powered by Fun. At AMain Hobbies, we don’t just sell products—we fuel passions.
Founded in 2004
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kendall Bennett
CEO
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