Store Merchandise Execution Specialist

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Academy · Headquarters - Katy, TX

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About the role

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country - but what truly sets us apart is our people. We're a passionate, purpose-driven team that's as committed to each other as we are to our customers. We've spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member's journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun. Here, you won't just help customers gear up for their next adventure - you'll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can't lose! Education : High school diploma or equivalent required Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Retail Management or relevant field of study preferred Work Experiences: 3+ years of retail operations or merchandising experience required Previous experience understanding Floor Plans and Planograms

Responsibilities

Drive the strategic planning, communication and execution of divisionally specific merchandising initiatives

Support assigned merchandise categories by providing comprehensive direction to stores regarding planograms, floor plans, visual and signage, fixtures, pricing, and merchandising execution

Partner with field leadership to gather feedback from stores regarding merchandise execution tasks and merchandising execution opportunities

Work cross-functionally to develop initiatives to drive sales, control costs and improve customer experience

Create content for communication tools such as: Monthly Overview, Seasonal Gameplans, Pricing projects, etc.

Leverage the Task Management / Communication tool to deliver Merchandise Execution, Promotional and Special Project memos.

Lead the in-store execution of POG pre-sets and develop post mortems for all major seasonal sets

Drive incremental sales through creative merchandising, suggestive selling and outside the box thinking.

Support the In-Store Services and 3rd party vendor relationships for specific product categories

Participate in coordinating merchandising tasks for special projects tied to specific product categories

Collaborate with stores, merchants and other corporate departments to improve future merchandising execution

Actively be available to communicate business needs to the field that will drive sales, efficiencies, and overall customer experience

Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures and safety rules

Responsibilities may change; team members may be required to perform other tasks as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance

Able to work flexible hours such as evening, weekends, and holidays as needed

Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

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